by Linda Kay

Also Known As: The Helter Skelter Murders

Directed by: Frank Howard

Synopsis: Exploitive pseudo-documentary which purports to accurately re-enact the infamous Manson murders, including court testimony, the heinous first night of carnage plus a lot of questionable footage of naked hippies.

Kitty Cameos: Scenes shot at the actual Spahn Ranch include several animals alongside actors playing the various Manson family members. A black cat walks past the camera in one shot.

What appears to be another black cat (this one is wearing a collar) is later sitting on the kitchen counter grooming its feet as one young woman fills a vase of flowers with water at the sink.

Final Mewsings: Cats cannot be held responsible for the reprehensible acts of their keepers.

Many thanks to Nick Wale for letting us know about the cats in this film.

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