The story of a journalist who might have uncovered a powerful secret organization

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American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders is a true-crime documentary following the story of investigative journalist Danny Casolaro, whose mysterious death in 1991 was labeled a suicide, but sparked suspicions. Casolaro had been pursuing a groundbreaking story that revealed the conspiracy of an organization involved in the theft of espionage tech, mysterious murders, money laundering, drugs, the White House during former president Ronald Reagan’s era, and even the Iran-Contra controversy — which he aptly names “the Octopus.”

The narrative revolves around the Inslaw Case, a claim of governmental theft and international intrigue around the software PROMIS. Casolaro’s investigation uncovers startling revelations, including claims from political figures like William Barr and Janet Reno. PROMIS was used internationally, with allegations of a back door allowing US monitoring, which raised international relations concerns.

Another journalist guides the audience through the findings. Christian Hansen follows in Casolaro’s footsteps and begins to uncover the truth that Casolaro’s death stopped. The cautionary tale of journalistic obsession and the dive into dark corners of society is both intriguing and an eye-opener.

WHERE TO WATCH- You can watch the documentary on Netflix or catch the trailer (watchtrailer, runtime 2:35)