Charles Manson: Journey Into Evil

Charles Manson: Journey Into Evil offers a sobering analysis of the life and beliefs of the infamous murderer and cult leader Charles Manson. Narrated by Judy Muller, the film features interviews with Manson himself, as well as with those who closely followed his activities, including members of his group known as ‘The Family’ and discussions of their murderous crusade, dubbed ‘Helter Skelter’.

The documentary explores Manson’s life, including his childhood, background, and the cult he eventually founded. Interviews are also conducted with Manson’s followers Patricia Krenwinkel and Leslie Van Houten, prosecutor Vincent Bugliosi, childhood friend Delores Longwell, and the husband of victim Sharon Tate, Roman Polanski, among many others.

Most importantly, however, the focus remains on Manson himself. Charles Manson: Journey Into Evil does not merely explore his background, but allows him to explain his life, his motives, and his actions in his own words. The film includes footage of Manson discussing the murders and how he became one of the most notorious criminals in American history.