katygal25

I must have been watching a different documentary than some of the other reviewers. I did not get the sense that Cathy was being opportunistic in any way. I have no clue how others came to that conclusion. The documentary was not even made until years after the events unfolded. As soon as she found out Aundria/Alexis was missing, she dedicated TEN years to finding out the truth. I'm sick at the number of people who are saying awful things about the bio mother. Cathy: you are an inspiration and a rockstar!

Brenda: you totally suck.

Watch this documentary, it's VERY well researched and is thorough.

Is this movie an Oscar winner? No. But it's very entertaining! The jokes are ridiculous and the fashion is pure 80's camp, but that only adds to the charm. The kids did a great job with their roles, but let's be real here: Shelley Long made this movie. She's heartwarming and comical and so over-the-top that it works. I watched this as a kid and recently re-watched it as an adult. It's still great fun. It takes me out of my heavy life with all my adult problems. Not all movies need to be serious and perfect and realistic. Sometimes movies are just meant to entertain us, and that's what this gem does.

This was equally frustrating as it was cathartic. Having grown up and lived less than 100 miles from where these events took place, the places mentioned hold a certain familiarity for me. I admit that I hadn't heard of any of this when I grew up, so it was quite a shock. This documentary does a beautiful job of balancing the hunt for a monster, with the grieving that is done by the loved ones who were left to deal with their loss. It also highlighted the efforts and failures of the law enforcement. Some of them went above and beyond to help, while others shirked their duties. At the end of this, you're left with the chilling reminder to believe women and children when we speak out. I recommend this without hesitation.