The Witness

2015, Documentary, 1h 29m

61 Reviews 1,000+ Ratings

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The Witness can't hope to truly untangle the true crime case at its center, but offers a series of fascinating -- and troubling -- insights in the attempt. Read critic reviews

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Bill Genovese investigates the 1964 murder of his sister Kitty Genovese, a New York woman who was attacked while 38 people allegedly did nothing to help her.

Cast & Crew

William Genovese
Narrator
James D. Solomon
Director
William Genovese
Writer
Russell Greene
Writer
Gabriel Rhodes
Writer
James D. Solomon
Writer
James D. Solomon
Producer
William Genovese
Executive Producer
Trish Govoni
Cinematographer
Russell Greene
Film Editor
Gabriel Rhodes
Film Editor
Nathan Halpern
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