Paradise Lost (1996 Documentary)

Paradise Lost (1996 Documentary)

Author: Awesome Movie Year May 20, 2020 Duration: 53:08

The fifth episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 1996 features our pick for the year’s most notable documentary, Joe Berlinger and Bruce Sinofsky’s Paradise Lost: The Child Murders at Robin Hood Hills. The second feature collaboration between directors Berlinger and Sinofsky, Paradise Lost premiered at the 1996 Sundance Film Festival before airing on HBO in June 1996.

The contemporary reviews quoted in this episode come from Roger Ebert (https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/paradise-lost-the-child-murders-at-robin-hood-hills-1996), Janet Maslin in the New York Times (https://www.nytimes.com/1996/03/26/movies/film-festival-review-in-the-shadows-of-hell-and-hatred.html), and Peter Stack in the San Francisco Chronicle (https://www.sfgate.com/movies/article/FILM-REVIEW-Dark-Side-of-Paradise-Murder-2959351.php).

Please like, share, rate and comment on the show and this episode, and tune in for the next 1996 installment featuring Josh’s personal pick, John Sayles’ Lone Star.


Ever wonder what makes a particular year in cinema truly stand out? Awesome Movie Year digs into that very question, one remarkable film at a time. Co-hosted by film critic Josh Bell alongside filmmaker and comedian Jason Harris, this podcast picks a single, noteworthy year each season and meticulously explores what made it so special. Rather than broad overviews, every episode zooms in on a different movie from that chosen year, offering a deep dive into its impact, its cultural moment, and its lasting legacy. The conversations blend critical analysis with a genuine love for the medium, thanks to the hosts' complementary backgrounds. Produced by David Rosen of Piecing It Together for the All Points West Podcast Network, the show has a polished yet conversational feel. You’ll hear about blockbusters and hidden gems alike, all through the lens of why they mattered then and why they still resonate. It’s for anyone who loves to look beyond the screen and understand the context that creates a classic. Tune in to Awesome Movie Year for a thoughtful and engaging tour through some of cinema’s most fascinating periods.
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