A Deadly Duo
The series shifts its focus to Lyle and Erik Menendez. Unlike Dahmer, they weren’t serial killers, but they were responsible for a horrific crime: the murder of their parents.
On the night of August 20–21, 1989, the brothers killed their parents in their Beverly Hills mansion. The attack occurred in the living room while their parents were watching TV. Each brother targeted one parent, using shotguns to carry out the brutal act.
Afterward, they attempted to stage the scene to make it look like an external attack. Their story held up for a short while, but the police eventually saw through their lies. In the end, the court sentenced both brothers to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
While the Menendez brothers committed a horrifying crime, it was a singular one. As a result, this series focuses less on the act of killing itself and more on the subsequent courtroom drama.
A Courtroom Drama
As with the Dahmer series, the narrative here is not linear. It jumps back and forth, which is a good thing.
This approach helps the series maintain a solid pace. Unlike its predecessor, this season doesn’t offer a high body count, which might disappoint viewers unfamiliar with the case. After all, society is naturally more fascinated by serial killers than one-time offenders.
The performances in this series are top-notch. The actors portraying the brothers deliver exceptional performances, suggesting bright futures for both of them.
The rest of the cast does a great job as well, though they have significantly less screen time than the central duo. The show’s biggest star is undoubtedly Javier Bardem, who plays the father, José.
