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2020144 minPG-13documentary

5.3/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

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The Motive

2020144 minPG-13documentary

5.3/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

A chilling crime unfolds as a boy's dark motives are revealed.

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A chilling crime unfolds as a boy's dark motives are revealed.

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Tali Shemeshdirector

Asaf Sudrydirector

Tali Shemeshwriter

Asaf Sudrywriter

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In Jerusalem 1986, a 14-year-old boy shoots his family point-blank in their beds. Yet questions persist. In this docuseries, insiders come forward.

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