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My Brother's Killer (SXSW)

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Discover the gripping world premiere of My Brother's Killer, a riveting documentary at SXSW that dives into the 33-year-old unsolved murder of Billy London, a gay adult film performer brutally killed in West Hollywood.

Filmmaker Rachel Mason set out to honor Billy's life but uncovered shocking clues with a team of community sleuths, leading to a confessed killer caught on chilling VHS footage from the era. Packed with rare personal videos, on-camera confessions, and insights from detectives, podcasters, and Billy's loved ones, this true-crime tale blends mystery, history, and queer resilience.

  • Directed by Rachel Mason (Circus of Books fame)
  • Features executive producer Penelope Spheeris and a star-studded cast of real-life investigators
  • Explores the dark underbelly of 1990s West Hollywood amid the AIDS crisis
  • A beacon of hope: community power cracks a cold case!

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