Gerald Foos secretly watched his motel guests for decades from an observation platform he built in the attic, raising ethical questions about privacy.
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Gerald Foos secretly watched his motel guests for decades from an observation platform he built in the attic, raising ethical questions about privacy.
Synopsis
Gerald Foos, owner of a motel in Aurora, Colorado, secretly observed his guests for years. He built an "observation platform" in the attic, using specially designed ceiling vents to spy on their private moments. Journalist Gay Talese investigates Foos's actions and the ethical dilemmas surrounding voyeurism. The narrative unfolds in a 95-minute documentary that questions privacy and the role of journalists in reporting on such invasive behavior.
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Why Watch
- Meet Gay Talese, a journalism icon.
- See Gerald Foos's secret observation setup.
- Find out about ethics in investigative journalism.
Did You Know
- The film has a 79% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 28 reviews.
- Gerald Foos built an observation platform in his motel's attic.
- Voyeur premiered as a Netflix Original documentary in December 2017.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed the documentary Voyeur?
Voyeur was directed by Myles Kane and Josh Koury.
What is the approval rating of Voyeur on Rotten Tomatoes?
Voyeur has a 79% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 28 reviews.
What unique method did Gerald Foos use to observe his motel guests?
Gerald Foos used specially designed ceiling vents and an observation platform built in the motel's attic to secretly watch his guests.
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