Calling all armchair detectives...
Ever since Making A Murderer awakened my obsession with true crime documentaries, I’ve been on a one woman mission to binge-watch my way through every one I can find.
So when the internet started buzzing about Netflix’s latest offering – a four-part true crime docuseries by the name of Evil Genius – I had to see what all the fuss was about.
It’s safe to say that the real life story is one of the weirdest you’ll probably ever come across. It takes a look at the 2003 case surrounding pizza delivery man Brian Wells, who robbed a bank with a bomb locked around his neck.
After telling police that he had been forced into it, the hunt for the real masterminds behind the scheme – which, bizarrely, involved a treasure hunt, some very lengthy instructions and a body in a freezer – really took off.
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I’ll keep this spoiler-free (because, let’s face it, it’s that feeling of utter shock that really makes a true crime story) but trust me when I say that this one is a must-watch.
The internet seems to agree, with users sharing their rave reviews on social media.
Really recommend Evil Genius on Netflix. Can’t believe this happened in 2003 and we didn’t even hear about it!
— Victoria (@inthefrow) May 19, 2018
#EvilGenius on Netflix is the most compelling, twisted, and well told documentary I have ever seen. If you're interested in criminology it is an absolute must-watch.
— Celtics in 5 (@hoopsmcgoops) May 15, 2018
I highly suggest you all watch the 4-part doc "Evil Genius" on Netflix. Can also find by searching "WHAT WAS THEIR END GAME HERE"
— christine teigen (@chrissyteigen) May 14, 2018
Evil Genius… 🤯
— Alisha Boe (@AlishaBoe) May 17, 2018
If you love crime/murder documentary’s then watch Netflix’s new series Evil Genius!!!!! Only 2 episodes in and it’s so messed up but so gripping
— N ✨ (@natlesz) May 20, 2018
But, please be warned, you’ll be left with even more questions than you started out with.
