I went into Chaos: The Manson Murders (2025) Movie expecting an intense deep dive into one of the most infamous killers in history, but wow… what a mess. 😩
This documentary tries to present a fresh perspective on Charles Manson and the Tate-LaBianca murders, but instead, it spirals into chaotic storytelling, ridiculous conspiracy theories, and a pacing so dull I struggled to stay engaged. I love a good true crime doc, but this one? It felt like a waste of time.
Chaos: The Manson Murders Short Review
The film explores the idea that the CIA might have been involved in Manson’s rise, but it never fully commits to proving anything. Instead, it jumps between half-baked theories, contradicts itself, and ultimately feels like it’s stretching for shock value rather than offering real insight. And let’s talk about the style—completely disorganized. True crime documentaries work when they’re gripping and well-structured, but this one feels like a mess of disconnected ideas thrown together.
I also have to say—some people still idolizing Manson? Disgusting. He wasn’t a genius, just a manipulative creep who preyed on lost, drug-addicted kids. There’s nothing “brilliant” about convincing already unstable people to do horrible things. And yet, this documentary almost seems fascinated with him rather than critically analyzing his impact. That alone was frustrating to watch.
And why is it always the CIA in these conspiracy theories? 😅 I swear, every documentary has some “secret government involvement” angle, but most of the time, it’s a reach. Sure, the government does shady things, but this film presents the theory with barely any solid evidence. It’s an interesting idea but handled so poorly that it’s hard to take seriously.
Overall, Chaos: The Manson Murders is a disappointment. It had potential to be a gripping, well-researched dive into the Manson case, but instead, it felt like a boring, disjointed mess. If you’re looking for a solid Manson documentary, this isn’t it. Chaos: The Manson Murders short review: chaotic, dull, and a wasted opportunity. 😏
Charles Manson Quotes from 2025 Movie
“My uncle told me, ‘Don’t go to no Yankee school, boy.’ So I burned the school down.”
This sums up Manson’s twisted logic. Instead of rebellion with a purpose, he just caused destruction for the sake of it. Not exactly “genius” behavior.
“Maybe I should have killed [400] or 500 people . . . then I would have felt better. Then I would have felt I really offered society something.”
This is why people still talk about him. He wasn’t just a murderer; he was a performer, always trying to sound bigger, badder, and more terrifying than he actually was.
“Look down at me and you will see a fool. Look up at me and you will see your god. Look straight at me and you will see yourself.”
Classic narcissistic manipulation. He wanted people to believe he was more than just a man, and unfortunately, some people still buy into that myth.
“Believe me, if I started killing people . . . there would be none of you left.”
Empty threats from a man who never actually did the killing himself. He just brainwashed others into doing it.
“You know, a long time ago being crazy meant something. Now everybody’s crazy.”
If anyone embodies the idea of chaos for the sake of chaos, it’s Manson. He played up the “insanity” persona because he knew it kept him relevant.
“The truth is ugly so we put our prophets in prison.”
Calling himself a “prophet” just proves how deeply delusional he was. He wasn’t some visionary—he was a cult leader who manipulated vulnerable people.
“I know this: that in your own hearts and in your own souls, you are just as much responsible for the Vietnam War as I am for killing these people.”
Manson always tried to twist responsibility, acting like society was just as guilty as he was. But there’s a huge difference between war and orchestrating brutal murders.
If you want a solid deep dive into the Manson murders, skip this one and find a better documentary. Chaos: The Manson Murders is exactly that—chaos, but not in a good way. 😩 Check out more reviews at wtfdetective.blog!