Pretty mid Morris. This was moreso a straightforward rundown of the Manson murders with the logline’s references to mind control and CIA conspiracy feeling under explored. Perhaps Morris’ skepticism of O’Neill’s theories kept him from devoting so much time to them, but I wish he had given them an extra 20 to 30 minutes, or even delved into O’Neill’s own psyche more.
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