After watching this all I can say is karma was served hellfire hot. I will be brief, while I had heard of the cult leader mentioned in this docu-series. I had never before heard said leader speak. While interviews with the survivors of this cult are heartbreaking. The leader of this pack was fascinating to listen to. The pure psychopathic way that it spewed its rhetoric was absolutely amazing. I have seen crazy believers of religion but this one took breath away. It never faltered to give a calm, consistent, concise, conversation. This program is truly an enlightening few hours. Watching an actual psychopath at work, and while I hate to give away an ending. Hearing how that despot of greed, and manipulation met it's end really did put a smile on my face. The survivors deserved better and I wish them all the best. In the end though karma in this reviewers opinion definitely came around in a magnificent end.
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Not the most efficient but still informative
derekadrouillard7 November 2021
I don't get the hate for this - I was riveted
mergingtraffic31 January 2023
I would strongly recommend giving this one a go and forming your own opinion. Contrary to popular opinion, I found it to be fascinating, tragic and heartfelt and I was gripped by it.
I'm baffled by so many bad reviews on here. This was far superior to other similar docos that are out there. Trust me. I've seen some stinkers.
I mean, it's not often a story like this comes along, particularly outside of America or Europe. The damage these sociopaths did to these kids is heartbreaking, and unbelievable that they got away with it for so long.
This seems pretty ripe for a movie I would say. Give it a chance for sure.
I'm baffled by so many bad reviews on here. This was far superior to other similar docos that are out there. Trust me. I've seen some stinkers.
I mean, it's not often a story like this comes along, particularly outside of America or Europe. The damage these sociopaths did to these kids is heartbreaking, and unbelievable that they got away with it for so long.
This seems pretty ripe for a movie I would say. Give it a chance for sure.
Extremely disjointed narrative
melissamariekrall9 November 2020
Tried watching and couldn't make it through the first episode. I'm not Australian, and maybe that's part of the issue. This series presumed their audience knew of the case and the details. I knew nothing about it before watching (and still don't after) and the first episode felt like it should have been in the middle of a season. I couldn't follow the timeline or keep track of who was who.
Cults aren't exclusive to the US
helenahandbasket-9373416 November 2020
Warning: Spoilers
Excellent piece of filmmaking that exemplifies the sadistic and horrific nature of a wicked, despicable woman who drew pleasure from the manipulation of others and the horrific torture and suffering of numerous children.
Lex and Marie are to be commended for their persistence and desire to bring justice to those who deserved a stronger punishment, but ultimately were destroyed as a result. They definitely should have been jailed for life, but it just goes to prove how even in Australia, those with sufficient resources can escape the punishment they deserve, no matter the nature of their crimes.
Regardless of the costs incurred to bring these monsters to justice, the costs are far outweighed by the monstrous behavior by those who preyed on the innocence of others, especially children.
Lex and Marie are to be commended for their persistence and desire to bring justice to those who deserved a stronger punishment, but ultimately were destroyed as a result. They definitely should have been jailed for life, but it just goes to prove how even in Australia, those with sufficient resources can escape the punishment they deserve, no matter the nature of their crimes.
Regardless of the costs incurred to bring these monsters to justice, the costs are far outweighed by the monstrous behavior by those who preyed on the innocence of others, especially children.
Chaotic Mess
escapadeartist25 April 2021
There are some important stories and interviews in here, but even though I watched the whole thing I still couldn't keep track of what happened when and to whom. No clear narrative, no clear set up. Jumping from one point in the timeline to another with no clarifying info. One of the worst documentaries I've ever seen. But would love to see this history handled with a clear and thorough hand someday.
Totally messy procuction
heleningvarsson4 August 2022
There is absolutely no way you'll be able to understand how such a gripping story is made to be this mess! Why don't they tell the story in chronological order?? This story is so disjointed that it is even impossible to feel empathy towards the horrible things this cult did to people.
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