The Witness (2016)
Director
James Solomon
Main cast
William Genovese
Genres
Documentary
Description
A brother's journey to unravel the truth about the mythic death and little known life of Kitty Genovese, who was reportedly murdered in front of 38 witnesses and has become the face of urban apathy.
James Solomon
Main cast
William Genovese
Genres
Documentary
Description
A brother's journey to unravel the truth about the mythic death and little known life of Kitty Genovese, who was reportedly murdered in front of 38 witnesses and has become the face of urban apathy.
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