Cropsey
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Five children disappeared in Staten Island during the 1970s and 1980s, leading to the conviction of Andre Rand for one of the kidnappings.
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Andre Rand, a convicted child kidnapper, becomes the focal point of a chilling narrative in Staten Island, New York. The 2009 documentary "Cropsey" begins with the urban legend surrounding Rand and the mysterious disappearances of five children in the area during the 1970s and 1980s. Filmmakers Joshua Zeman and Barbara Brancaccio investigate the connection between Rand’s crimes and local lore. They include interviews with families of missing children, police investigators, and Rand's defense attorneys, alongside archival news footage. The film premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival.
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- Meet Andre Rand, the infamous Staten Island kidnapper.
- See the chilling connection between urban legends and real crimes.
- Find out about the lengthy legal battle surrounding Rand's case.
Did You Know
- Cropsey premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2009.
- Andre Rand was convicted for the 1987 kidnapping of Jennifer Schweiger.
- Rand's 2004 court case had one of the longest pre-trial motions in New York history.
- The film holds a 91% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 44 reviews.
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What is the approval rating of Cropsey on Rotten Tomatoes?
Cropsey holds an approval rating of 91% on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 44 reviews.
Who directed the documentary Cropsey?
Cropsey was written and directed by Joshua Zeman and Barbara Brancaccio.
What was Andre Rand convicted of?
Andre Rand was convicted of the 1987 kidnapping of Jennifer Schweiger and was also facing charges for the kidnapping of Holly Ann Hughes, who disappeared in 1979.
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