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Netflix's 'Monsters' Faces Backlash Over Menendez Brothers Portrayal

Ryan Murphy's series criticized for fictionalizing incest and misrepresenting abuse claims in the Menendez case.

  • Leslie Grossman and Ryan Murphy defend 'Monsters,' stating it is a dramatization, not a documentary.
  • Family members and Erik Menendez have denounced the series for inaccuracies and harmful character portrayals.
  • The show has reignited debates on the Menendez brothers' abuse claims and their impact on the murder trial.
  • Critics argue that 'Monsters' undermines progress in recognizing male abuse victims by introducing unfounded incest allegations.
  • Despite the controversy, the series has been praised for its detailed depiction of the brothers' alleged abuse in specific episodes.
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