Captivated: The Trials of Pamela Smart (2014)

  • NR
  • 01/17/2014 (US)
  • Documentary
  • 1h 42m

One woman's trial, a nation's entertainment.

Overview

In an extraordinary and tragic American story, a small town murder becomes one of the highest profile cases of all time. From its historic role as the first televised trial to the many books and movies made about it, the film looks at the media’s enduring impact on the case.

Jeremiah Zagar

Director

Cast

Helen Hunt's headshot

Helen Hunt

Pamela Smart (archive footage)
Matt Dillon's headshot

Matt Dillon

Larry Maretto (archive footage)
Joyce Maynard's headshot

Joyce Maynard

Herself
Nicole Kidman's headshot

Nicole Kidman

Suzanne Stone Maretto (archive footage)
Joaquin Phoenix's headshot

Joaquin Phoenix

Jimmy Emmett (archive footage)

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