As a follower who has keenly observed the evolving dynamics of storytelling in the realm of true crime, I must say that the current controversy surrounding Ryan Murphy’s latest series, “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story,” strikes a chord with me. It is disheartening to witness such harsh scrutiny being leveled at a creative work, especially when one considers the complexities and nuances involved in retelling real-life stories, particularly those that are still fresh in the collective consciousness.
Discussing real-life crime stories, particularly when the individuals involved are still alive, can spark debates. This is the case with Ryan Murphy’s recent series titled “Monster“, specifically “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story“. The show has drawn intense criticism not only from social media users but also, allegedly, one of the real-life Menendez brothers. An account on Twitter or elsewhere, believed to be owned by Tammi Menendez, wife of Erik Menendez, has issued a statement criticizing the series’ portrayal of the childhood traumas claimed by the Menendez brothers and its depiction of an incestuous relationship between them.
According to the account, a portion of the statement it attributes to Erik Menendez reads:
I feel we’ve progressed past the deceptive portrayals and false characterization of Lyle, constructing a distorted image based on baseless and obvious lies prevalent in the show. It seems to me that these misrepresentations were deliberate. With a sense of disappointment, I must say, I suspect Ryan Murphy is not unaware or mistaken about the truth of our lives to such an extent as to create this without malicious intent.
It’s disheartening for me to discover that Netflix’s inaccurate representation of our crime’s tragedies has moved us back, chronologically speaking, to an age where the prosecution constructed a story based on outdated beliefs – beliefs that men could not be sexually abused and that their responses to rape trauma were distinct from those of women.
The statement further alleges that Murphy and the series deliberately constructed a disturbing storyline for Lyle by creating offensive and repulsive character depictions of him, as well as myself. It also suggests spreading unfounded and disheartening slander. The statement ends with a heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has shown support: “To all who have extended their kindness, I am deeply grateful.” You can read the entire statement by Tammi Menendez here, via @TammiMenendez1.
Viewers Blast the Series as Inaccurate, Disrespectful & Trash
People on social media have been expressing their opinions about how the Menendez brothers, who were found guilty in 1996 for murdering their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez, are being depicted in a distorted manner.
@llethargicc” expresses frustration by saying: “I really hope there’s a way for the Menendez brothers to take legal action against Ryan Murphy for his portrayal of their story. It’s not right that he would twist our narrative and suggest we were in a relationship when you know full well that our father abused us for years, which is why we are serving life sentences.” Meanwhile, “@mobscene971″ voices their disapproval by stating: ” frankly, the show is inaccurate, disrespectful, and poor quality. I’m tired of Netflix using gay tropes as a marketing strategy. Ryan Murphy should feel ashamed for his actions.
As a movie critic, I find myself deeply troubled by the blatant exaggeration Ryan Murphy employs in his portrayal of the Menendez brothers’ story, particularly the sensational inclusion of incest, which strikes me as nothing more than a crass attempt at shock value – a tactic all too familiar in Murphy’s work. In my humble opinion, the real tale of the Menendez brothers is one of sexual abuse survivors finally standing up against their tormentors, and it’s disheartening to see this powerful narrative twisted into an incestuous fantasy. @Chungiiie, a user who has evidently had their fill of Ryan Murphy, eloquently sums it up: “Ryan Murphy’s work is nothing short of a piece of trash; Hell isn’t hot enough for him.
Titled “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Saga,” this production features Javier Bardem portraying José Menendez, Chloë Sevigny as Mary Louise “Kitty” Menendez, Cooper Koch as Erik Menendez, Nicholas Alexander Chavez as Lyle Menendez, Nathan Lane as Dominick Dunne, and Ari Graynor as Leslie Abramson. This captivating drama delves into the sensational case that shook the globe when José and Kitty were viciously slain in their Beverly Hills residence on August 20, 1989.
has yet to respond to the comments and accusations.
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2024-09-20 19:02