133. Documentary Review: Long Shot
Join us this week for the Netflix documentary “Long Shot,” a tightly told and engaging production that illuminates the power of perseverance and dedication. It is the story of Juan Catalan, a man wrongly accused and jailed for a murder he did not commit. His only alibi is taking his daughter to a Dodger’s game at the time the crime was committed. The docs quickly review research on eye witness testimony when talking about the weakness of the defense's case.
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