Helter Skelter (1976)
WHISPER IT LIKE A CURSE!
The investigation of two horrific mass murders leads to the capture and trial of the psychotic pseudo-hippie Charles Manson and his "family".
Director: Tom Gries
Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller, TV Movie, Horror
Runtime: 184 min
Release Date: April 1, 1976
Cast
- George DiCenzo - Vincent Bugliosi
- Steve Railsback - Charles Manson
- Nancy Wolfe - Susan Atkins
- Marilyn Burns - Linda Kasabian
- Christina Hart - Patricia Krenwinkel
- Cathey Paine - Leslie Van Houten
- Alan Oppenheimer - Aaron Stovitz
- Rudy Ramos - Danny DeCarlo
- Sondra Blake - Ronnie Howard
- George Garro - Rosner
Screenplay
- Vincent Bugliosi (Author)
- Curt Gentry (Author)
- J.P. Miller (Teleplay)
Music: Billy Goldenberg
Cinematography: Jules Brenner
Editing: Byron 'Buzz' Brandt, Bud S. Isaacs
Production: Lorimar Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: Français, English
Original Language: en
Themes
Serial Killers and Dark Minds, A Serial Killer Stalking an Innocent Victim, Serial Killers and Dark Minds, Courtroom Drama, Justice System Failings and Victims
Keywords
commune, historical figure, trial, serial killer, hollywood, series of murders, multiple stabbings, death valley, manson family murders, cult of personality, 1960s, courtroom drama, hippies, hollywood hills, apocalyptic vision
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Helter Skelter about?
- The investigation of two horrific mass murders leads to the capture and trial of the psychotic pseudo-hippie Charles Manson and his "family".
- Who directed Helter Skelter?
- Helter Skelter was directed by Tom Gries.
- Who stars in Helter Skelter?
- Helter Skelter stars George DiCenzo, Steve Railsback, Nancy Wolfe, Marilyn Burns, Christina Hart, Cathey Paine.
- How long is Helter Skelter?
- Helter Skelter has a runtime of 3h 4m (184 minutes).
- What genre is Helter Skelter?
- Helter Skelter is a Crime, Drama, Thriller, TV Movie, Horror film.
- Where was Helter Skelter produced?
- Helter Skelter was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Helter Skelter?
- The themes of Helter Skelter include: Serial Killers and Dark Minds, A Serial Killer Stalking an Innocent Victim, Serial Killers and Dark Minds, Courtroom Drama, Justice System Failings and Victims.