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The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness | Moodies

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The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness

A closed case is only the beginning.

2021·1h 2m·1 season

Genres: Documentary / CrimeAge rating: TV-MA

The Son of Sam case grew into a lifelong obsession for journalist Maury Terry, who became convinced that the murders were linked to a Satanic cult.

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May 5, 2021

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Maury Terry

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Paul Giamatti

Paul Giamatti

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David Berkowitz

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Maury Terry

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Paul Giamatti

Paul Giamatti

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Producing: Joshua Zeman Zara Duffy
Directors: Joshua Zeman
Music: Justin Melland
Cinematography: Conrad Hall

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United States of America

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