5 Movies to Watch If You Can’t Get Enough of True Crime

True crime enthusiasts often find thrill in bingeing a compelling series or enjoying a film based on real events. While "true crime" commonly links to murder, its scope encompasses more aspects. This genre also reveals alarming narratives around fraud, theft, drugs, violence, racial injustices, organized crime, and political corruption. Here are five noteworthy true crime movies to check out. SSP prepared.

Killers of the Flower Moon (2023)

Directed by Martin Scorsese, "Killers of the Flower Moon" runs for over three hours and portrays the brutal atrocities against the Osage Nation during the 1920s. This film, adapted from David Grann's book, masterfully weaves together various narratives. It vividly illustrates the complex relationship between the U.S. government and Indigenous peoples. Lily Gladstone’s performance is equally phenomenal, making this film a true masterpiece.

All Good Things (2010)

"All Good Things" explores the events surrounding the conviction of murderer Robert Durst. Ryan Gosling stars as Durst, alongside Kirsten Dunst as his wife Kathleen, who vanished in 1982. Following the film's release, Durst reached out to director Andrew Jarecki for an interview. This conversation contributed to HBO’s docuseries "The Jinx," leading to new evidence related to another murder, ultimately resulting in Durst's conviction in 2021.

 BlacKkKlansman (2018)

The Spike Lee film "BlacKkKlansman" offers a story that seems almost too incredible to believe. It recounts the real-life experiences of Ron Stallworth, a Black police officer who infiltrated the KKK in the 1970s. John David Washington plays Stallworth, with Adam Driver as his partner and Topher Grace portraying Klan leader David Duke.

She Said (2022)

In "She Said," audiences learn about the New York Times’ groundbreaking 2017 report detailing decades of sexual assaults by Harvey Weinstein. Journalists Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey, portrayed by Zoe Kazan and Carey Mulligan respectively, investigate the claims. Their reporting sparked the #MeToo movement, leading to a significant cultural shift.

The Tale (2018)

"The Tale" delves into a deeply personal story. Directed by Jennifer Fox, the film reflects her experiences as a woman reassessing a relationship with an older man when she was just 13. Laura Dern gives a profoundly moving performance as Jennifer. The film serves as a painful exploration of memory and trauma.

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