The Best True-Crime Documentary Ever Made, ‘The Jinx,’ Actually Helped Catch the Criminal

In 2015, filmmaker Andrew Jarecki created a fascinating documentary about a man who had skillfully avoided consequences for his actions for years, using his wealth and legal connections. Jarecki felt strongly that there was more to the story, and his investigation led him into a world of lies and deceit, almost as compelling as the man himself. Ultimately, his dedication to uncovering the truth proved incredibly rewarding – and that’s putting it mildly.






