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Elizabeth Short (2006)

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Using archival footage, newsprint images, text and an innovative use of audio, award winning filmmaker Deco Dawson has fashioned a sensitive yet harrowing collage account of the 1947 Black Dahlia murder. Created exclusively using crude digital technology, the film presents a human side to the murder, focusing on the victim Elizabeth Short and not the often-sensationalized aspects of the murder and unknown murderer.

Release Date
August 12, 2006
Runtime
0h 7m
Rating
10.0/10 (1 votes)

Director: Deco Dawson

Cast: Elizabeth Short

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Elizabeth Short

Elizabeth Short

Using archival footage, newsprint images, text and an innovative use of audio, award winning filmmaker Deco Dawson has fashioned a sensitive yet harrowing collage account of the 1947 Black Dahlia murder. Created exclusively using crude digital technology, the film presents a human side to the murder, focusing on the victim Elizabeth Short and not the often-sensationalized aspects of the murder and unknown murderer.

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Production Info
StatusReleased
Original LanguageEnglish
Release Date8/12/2006
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Elizabeth Short

as Self (archive footage)

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What is Elizabeth Short about?

Using archival footage, newsprint images, text and an innovative use of audio, award winning filmmaker Deco Dawson has fashioned a sensitive yet harrowing collage account of the 1947 Black Dahlia murd…

How long is Elizabeth Short?

7m

When was Elizabeth Short released?

August 12, 2006

Who directed Elizabeth Short?

Deco Dawson

Who stars in Elizabeth Short?

Elizabeth Short

What genre is Elizabeth Short?

Documentary, Crime