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The Manson Family
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The Manson Family

1997-10-22 · 95 min · ★ 5.4

Crime · Drama · History

A dramatization of the horrific and notorious Manson Family Murders, in the form of super 8 home movies.

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Directors
Jim Van Bebber
Production companies
Mercury Films, Blue Underground
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Marcelo GamesMarcelo GamesCharlie Manson
Marc PitmanTex Watson
Jim Van BebberJim Van BebberBobby
Amy YatesLeslie van Houten
Leslie OrrPatty Krenwinkel
Maureen AllisseSadie Atkins
Tom BurnsClem Watkins
Michelle BriggsLinda Kasabian
Sage StalloneSage StalloneJay Sebring (voice)
Geoff BurkmanLeno La Bianca

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