Citizen Sleuth

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Citizen Sleuth

2023

1h 22m

Documentary

Crime

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A true crime podcaster from Appalachia blurs the line between fact and entertainment as she investigates a mysterious local death.

Kristy Puchko

Mashable

Riveting and unnerving as it is uncompromising, Citizen Sleuth is a must-see for true crime fans.

Apr 1, 2023

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Brian Tallerico

RogerEbert.com

One of the best dissections of our current obsession with true crime that I’ve ever seen.

Mar 17, 2023

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Katherine Mcnevins

Austin Chronicle

This thought-provoking documentary is essential viewing for any amateur detective who's wondered if they might be the Nancy Drew to get to the bottom of a case, or any true crime junkie who consumes material related to these important stories.

Mar 14, 2023

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Raquel Stecher

Quelle Movies

navigates some murky waters... a compelling watch.

Mar 19, 2023

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Emily DuGranrut

In Review Online

Even if you come to this already aware of the outcome, following all of the switchbacks still proves intriguing enough.

Mar 17, 2023

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Rafael Motamayor

Slashfilm

Citizen Sleuth is a darkly funny, engaging, and thrilling documentary about a true crime podcast.

Rated: 7/10

Mar 17, 2023

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Chris Kasick

Director

Emily Nestor

Self

Dexter Braff

Executive Producer

Kevin Flanigan

Executive Producer

Kimberley Hassett

Executive Producer

Tyler Davidson

Producer

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Synopsis

A true crime podcaster from Appalachia blurs the line between fact and entertainment as she investigates a mysterious local death.

Director: Chris Kasick
Producer: Tyler Davidson, Chris Kasick, Fabiola Washburn, Drew Sykes, Jared Washburn
Genre: Documentary, Crime
Original Language: English
Runtime: 1h 22m