Posted on Jul 9, 2023
Serial killer docuseries 'Last Call' reckons with NYC's history of anti-gay violence
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More than three decades after a serial killer began preying upon gay and bisexual men at bars in New York City, the victims and their families, as well as the activists who fought to bring the elusive murderer to justice, are the subjects of a four-part docuseries that premieres Sunday on HBO and Max.
Directed by Anthony Caronna and based on Elon Green’s award-winning 2021 book, “Last Call: A True Story of Love, Lust, and Murder in Queer New York,” the true-crime series revisits the yearslong search for Richard W. Rogers Jr., a former surgical nurse at New York’s Mount Sinai Hospital who was convicted of killing and dismembering two men in 1992 and 1993 — and suspected of killing others. He was sentenced to life in prison in 2006.
Using archival footage and first-time interviews with investigators, prosecutors, family members and activists, “Last Call: When a Serial Killer Stalked Queer New York” aims to humanize the victims while spotlighting the efforts of community leaders and organizations, such as the city’s Anti-Violence Project, which fought for fair treatment of LGBTQ crime victims.
Directed by Anthony Caronna and based on Elon Green’s award-winning 2021 book, “Last Call: A True Story of Love, Lust, and Murder in Queer New York,” the true-crime series revisits the yearslong search for Richard W. Rogers Jr., a former surgical nurse at New York’s Mount Sinai Hospital who was convicted of killing and dismembering two men in 1992 and 1993 — and suspected of killing others. He was sentenced to life in prison in 2006.
Using archival footage and first-time interviews with investigators, prosecutors, family members and activists, “Last Call: When a Serial Killer Stalked Queer New York” aims to humanize the victims while spotlighting the efforts of community leaders and organizations, such as the city’s Anti-Violence Project, which fought for fair treatment of LGBTQ crime victims.
Serial killer docuseries 'Last Call' reckons with NYC's history of anti-gay violence
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New York City
Murder
American History
Violence
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel one of a long line of serial killers. Another famous one Jeffery Dahlmer and Dennis Rader who I have personally met.
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This docuseries sounds like such an important watch. It’s heartbreaking to think about the victims and their families, especially knowing how hard it was for LGBTQ communities back then to get the justice and respect they deserved. I remember hearing about a similar case when I was younger, and it really opened my eyes to how biases in the system can make it even harder for marginalized groups to get closure.Recently, I came across Murder in the Black - https://murderintheblack.com/ , and it’s been a great resource for diving deeper into the layers of these cases. They do such a thoughtful job of exploring the human stories behind the headlines.
Murder In The Black — Search Our Case Files Here！ About Us Welcome to Murder In The Black, a blog dedicated to exploring the mysteries of unsolved murders and the intricate world of criminal investigations. Here, we dive deep into the evidence, examine the facts, and piece together the clues surrounding some of the most ... Read more
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