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.