The Witness (2015)

10/06/2015 (US) • Documentary • 1h 26m

Overview

A brother's journey to unravel the truth about the mythic death and little known life of Kitty Genovese, who was reportedly murdered in front of 38 witnesses and has become the face of urban apathy.

The Witness (2015)

10/06/2015 (US) • 1h 26m

Documentary

Overview

A brother's journey to unravel the truth about the mythic death and little known life of Kitty Genovese, who was reportedly murdered in front of 38 witnesses and has become the face of urban apathy.

Top Billed Cast

William Genovese

Himself

Shannon Beeby

Herself

Kitty Genovese

Herself (archive footage)

Catherine Pelonero

Herself

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

witness

interview

biography

based on true story

murder

urban legend

historical reinterpretation

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