Topic: West Memphis Three

How Peter Jackson Helped Save Damien Echols From Death Row

Reuters

The word out of Sundance is that the Peter Jackson-produced documentary West of Memphis has plenty more to say on the topic of the West Memphis Three. It may have even saved a life.

By Ray Gustini

Jan 12, 2012

Bloomberg'a Lady Gaga Kiss Tribute; A South African Cheetah in London

Every day The Atlantic Wire highlights the video clips that truly earn your five minutes (or less) of attention 

 

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By Adam Martin and Ray Gustini

Dec 29, 2011

The Year's Best

The 2011 Mysteries We're Still Thinking About

This was a great year for bad news, whether you're a crime buff, a lover of disaster porn, or just a run-of-the-mill gawker.

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By Ray Gustini

Oct 14, 2011

The Best of Sci-Fi in One Chart; More Man Booker Bashing

Plus: Haruki Murakami's new book includes exploding dogs and levitating clocks

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By Ray Gustini

Aug 24, 2011

Coming Soon to a Taxi Near You: Nikki Finke's Voice

Plus: What a fourth 'Paradise Lost' documentary would look like

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By Adam Martin

Aug 19, 2011

Metalheads Rejoice at West Memphis Three Release

The convicts have long been symbols to those outside the cultural mainstream

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By Adam Martin

Aug 19, 2011

West Memphis Three Released from Prison

Convicted child murderers have long been a cause célèbre

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