Manson: Music from an Unsound Mind (2019)

Name: Manson: Music from an Unsound Mind
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2019
Duration: 117 min
Rating: 6.7
Cast: Dianne Lake, Gregg Jakobson, Phil Kaufman, Stephen Desper, Ernie Knapp

1h 57m United Kingdom

Documentary

Plot

Charles Manson’s journey from aspiring rock musician to infamous cult leader unfolds in this gripping documentary. It explores his fervent desire for stardom within the vibrant Los Angeles music scene, highlighting the support he received from influential figures, including Dennis Wilson of The Beach Boys. As Manson's dreams of fame crumble, the film delves into his troubling descent into madness and violence. Combining archival footage and interviews, it paints a complex portrait of a man whose musical ambitions spiraled into chaos, revealing the darker side of fame and obsession in the entertainment industry.

Cast

Dianne Lake Gregg Jakobson Phil Kaufman Stephen Desper Ernie Knapp Charles Manson Sharon Tate Roman Polanski Simon Wells Jeff Guinn Domenic Priore Thomas Arnold Bob Dylan George Harrison John F. Kennedy