Capturing the Friedmans

Plot Summary

An Oscar nominated documentary about a middle-class American family who is torn apart when the father Arnold and son Jesse are accused of sexually abusing numerous children. Director Jarecki interviews people from different sides of this tragic story and raises the question of whether they were rightfully tried when they claim they were innocent and there was never any evidence against them.

Top Cast

Arnold Friedman Self (archive footage)

Elaine Friedman Self

David Friedman Self

Jesse Friedman Self

Seth Friedman Self (archive footage)