Following the Paradise Lost films, film-maker Amy Berg covers the West Memphis 3 murder trial and the shitty excuse for justice that was served.
West Of Memphis reveals the clues to us in the same way the public were, manipulating the viewer into wondering if the 3 teenage boys were the satanic murderers they were put on trial as. However as new clues are unveiled, it becomes frustratingly clear how hysterically close-minded the " good Christian" people of Arkansas were. Aided by the help of several artists thinking outside the box, including Henry Rollins, Johnny Depp, Patti Smith & Peter Jackson, the 3 were given another trial using new evidence to prove their innocence. The film is incredibly grim & shocking and with good reason but in the end it's an emotional tale of hope & strength.
4 Stephen King quotes out of 5
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