STRANGLEHOLD: In the Shadow of the Boston Strangler (2012)

In the 1960's, filmmaker Myles Jewell's grandfather, Phil DiNatale, worked relentlessly as an investigator on the case of the Boston Strangler. But despite Phil's meticulous investigative efforts, the case got caught in Boston's political cross hairs and was never officially solved. Now, fifty years later, Myles plunges headfirst into his grandfather's immense homemade detective archive to reveal never-before-seen details about the strangler investigation. Part historical film, part personal documentary, and part whodunit, Stranglehold tells the story of a beat cop turned famed detective, Phil DiNatale, and the long-lasting effect his investigative legacy had on his family for generations.

Director: Myles David Jewell
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 80 min
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is STRANGLEHOLD: In the Shadow of the Boston Strangler about?
In the 1960's, filmmaker Myles Jewell's grandfather, Phil DiNatale, worked relentlessly as an investigator on the case of the Boston Strangler. But despite Phil's meticulous investigative efforts, the case got caught in Boston's political cross hairs and was never officially solved. Now, fifty years later, Myles plunges headfirst into his grandfather's immense homemade detective archive to reveal never-before-seen details about the strangler investigation. Part historical film, part personal documentary, and part whodunit, Stranglehold tells the story of a beat cop turned famed detective, Phil DiNatale, and the long-lasting effect his investigative legacy had on his family for generations.
Who directed STRANGLEHOLD: In the Shadow of the Boston Strangler?
STRANGLEHOLD: In the Shadow of the Boston Strangler was directed by Myles David Jewell.
How long is STRANGLEHOLD: In the Shadow of the Boston Strangler?
STRANGLEHOLD: In the Shadow of the Boston Strangler has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
What genre is STRANGLEHOLD: In the Shadow of the Boston Strangler?
STRANGLEHOLD: In the Shadow of the Boston Strangler is a Documentary film.