No One Saw a Thing
No One Saw a Thing

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No One Saw a Thing

2019
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

A six-part, true crime docuseries about a mysterious murder of Ken Rex McElro that took place in the ‘80s with at least 60 witnesses present, all of whom deny seeing anything.

Insights

IMDb7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes88%
Metacritic70/100
Google Users85%
Director: Multiple Directors (Documentary Series)Genres: Documentary, Crime, Mystery

Plot Summary

This documentary series delves into the unsolved murder of blogger and activist, Barry Van Horner, in rural Missouri. The narrative unfolds through interviews with locals, law enforcement, and family members, piecing together the events and atmosphere surrounding the crime. It explores the secrets and silences within a small town, attempting to uncover the truth behind the decades-old mystery.

Critical Reception

No One Saw a Thing received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric storytelling and thorough investigation into the cold case. The series was commended for its detailed exploration of the complexities of small-town dynamics and the lingering impact of unsolved crimes. However, some found the pacing occasionally slow.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling true-crime narrative and in-depth investigation.

  • Applauded for its atmospheric portrayal of a small town and its secrets.

  • Some critics noted a deliberate, sometimes slow, pacing.

Google audience: Viewers found the documentary to be a captivating and well-researched look into a disturbing unsolved crime. Many appreciated the detailed interviews and the way it uncovered the hidden dynamics of the community, though a few wished for a more definitive conclusion.

Fun Fact

The documentary series was produced by Blumhouse Television, known for its horror and suspense genre productions.

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