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Mineshaft: The Cruising Murders

2026 · 84 min Documentary

“Mineshaft: The Cruising Murders" peels back the layers of controversy surrounding the making of the 1980 thriller, "Cruising." Directed by William Friedkin, the film triggered fierce protests from the LGBTQ+ community for its portrayal of a serial killer targeting gay men in New York's leather bars. Friedkin drew inspiration from the brutal murder of Variety reporter Addison Verrill, blurring the boundaries between cinematic fiction and real-life tragedy.

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Year 2026
Country United States of America
Genre Documentary
Director Jeffrey Schwarz
Runtime 84 min.

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A fresh 2026 release — still building its audience and reputation. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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