10 can’t-miss crime documentaries you can watch on Netflix right now

Casting JonBenet

Casting JonBenet is a 2017 documentary film that explores the murder of the beloved pageant princess, JonBenet Ramsey. Most people have heard the name JonBenet, and that’s because when this crime broke, it was a shock to everyone that knew this little girl’s smile.

This documentary is done in an extremely interesting way, which is why it has gained so much popularity. The style of the film follows the casting of a fictional film where people audition for characters that are based on people from the case. Some of these roles include the mother, the father, and the police officers that helped investigate the crime.

Casting JonBenet does not necessarily document the crime that was committed, but rather, it delves into the emotions, feelings, and thoughts surrounding the case through these mock auditions. This allows the audience to get a sense of the stigma that infuses the case, as well as the effect of the media coverage on the case and how it guides people’s perspectives and biases.

If you are looking for an out-of-the-box style documentary because you are tired of watching the same straight-forward format, then this is the documentary you should be putting on your watchlist for the weekend.