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The Menendez brothers case is one of the most talked about true crime stories ever, and Netflix is giving viewers a whole new take on this chilling saga with its "The Menendez Brothers" documentary!
While you may have watched the Ryan Murphy series Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, this documentary brings viewers something even more compelling! What's so special? It's an up close look at the actual Menendez brothers themselves and their story! What’s different about it? Well, the brothers, Erik and Lyle, gave 20 hours of interviews and give us never before seen insight into what happened!
The Menendez brothers documentary reveals details never revealed before in earlier adaptations. And it makes the story so much more compelling. It really leaves viewers wondering what really happened!
One of the biggest revelations, is from Erik Menendez, who speaks directly about his reaction to what authorities didn't consider from the very start.
The documentary even looks at what he thought back then and that the way he reacted could mean they didn't fully investigate what could have really been the reason they were killed!
This was a time of turmoil for everyone but specifically for Erik and Lyle Menendez who made a lot of purchases.
Rolex watches, Porsche Carrera vehicles and they even wanted a restaurant! However, the reality was something entirely different than many thought.
Erik Menendez was in intense pain. What viewers can get is that these purchases helped them forget just how painful their loss truly was. Even Lyle stated that he was suffering. Nights were spent with sleepless nights and so much regret. It looked to be more of a moment that these brothers needed to forget.
In earlier stories, José Menendez was seen in one specific way, but the latest Netflix project changes that up. It includes so much detail into his history. That gives everyone new things to ponder!
Erik and Lyle Menendez spent more than 20 years apart in prison. In 2018, they were reunited, though it was a complicated reunion! This gave viewers the incredible insight as to how these brothers continue to navigate these events, showing just how this weighs on them!
It shows the reality of intense guilt for Erik, who explains what it means to involve Lyle in this horrific crime. Erik expresses remorse. Lyle shows regret, as he contemplates how it would feel to think if Erik is even safe or Lyle's choice saved them both.
Erik and Lyle want more than a chance for prison reform! In May 2023, they started looking into a petition for a possible appeal of their conviction based upon new evidence. Even more, some elements have not ever come out into the media.
Even with this horrific situation. A strange point about this show came with how protective Erik and Lyle were towards their parents! The stories they shared show a strange attachment to them!
It may seem impossible, and something very hard to comprehend. Back in the 1990s, there was a super difficult situation for victims of abuse! And this had a direct impact on how these events unfolded!
What's interesting, is a unique decision! It appears that Leslie Abramson, the attorney who worked with Erik and Lyle is completely missing! Why? It may appear odd, however, it's important to remember that there is so much to take into account when working on true-crime documentaries. This is also seen through this interview where Abramson explained that she wanted no involvement! This highlights what the process really is. To look into these cases, you have to find the most incredible true stories that need a retelling.
It's really important that for those who really appreciate these true crime stories that Netflix's latest offering brings about many great conversations with "The Menendez Brothers.". The film has given people insights to consider and helped many of those left behind the true stories to get a greater audience for years to come! There's much more information and even deeper meaning than might be expected.