Thought Crimes

Documentary

2015, Movie, 1h 21min

Dubbed “The Cannibal Cop,” former NYPD officer Gilberto Valle was charged with conspiring to kidnap and eat women but argued it was all a fantasy. His story made headlines both for its disturbing details and its potential to kick off a trend of thought-policing across the nation. Featuring intimate interviews with Valle and insights from experts, Thought Crimes explores if someone can be found guilty for their most dangerous thoughts.

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Thought Crimes: The Case of the Cannibal Cop is a documentary that delves into the intriguing case of Gilberto Valle, a former NYPD officer accused of conspiring to kidnap and eat women. The film explores the question of whether someone can be found guilty for their most dangerous thoughts, shedding light on the potential dangers of thought-policing in our society. Through intimate interviews with Valle and insights from experts, the documentary offers a thrilling and thought-provoking experience that challenges viewers to ponder the limits of free speech and the consequences of our thoughts.

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