A series of recordings featuring Charles Manson has surfaced, igniting renewed interest in the infamous cult leader's criminal history. The tapes, recorded during his time in prison and included in the documentary series "Making Manson," capture Manson openly discussing murders he claims to have committed that have not been known to the public until now.
“See, there’s a whole part of my life that nobody knows about,” Manson states in one of the recordings, which were recently released. He recounts adventures in Mexico, mentioning stolen cars and "getting involved in a couple of killings." The chilling account also includes a reference to leaving behind "some dead people on the beach" along with a .357 Magnum firearm in Mexico City.
Phil Kaufman, a former cellmate of Manson's, lends further insight into the cult leader's character, saying, “Charlie was very good at being evil and not showing it.” Kaufman describes how Manson would meticulously manipulate those around him, eliminating anything that could jeopardize his plans.
The documentary delves into Manson’s early crimes, contributing to the infamous Manson Family murders of 1969, which included several high-profile victims such as Hollywood actress Sharon Tate. Manson’s followers brutally murdered nine people in total, underlining a sinister objective of igniting a race war.
Manson's violent legacy includes the Tate-LaBianca murders, which shocked the nation. Though he was not present at the actual crime scenes, Manson was convicted of directing his followers and was responsible for seven of those murders. He ultimately passed away from natural causes in prison in 2017, leaving behind a notorious legacy.
The documentary aims to provide a deeper understanding of Manson's psyche, inviting viewers to explore the motivations and fears that underpinned his cult's horrific actions.
