Ryan Murphy’s Monster anthology series continues to probe the twisted psyches of infamous criminals, and the new season promises to shed light on a case that shook the nation: the savage murders of Jose and Kitty Menendez by their sons, Lyle and Erik. However, a lesser-known figure played an important role in the Menendez brothers’ conviction: their therapist, Jerome Oziel. Here’s everything you need to know about this mystery and his part in the historic case.
Following Dahmer, Season 2 of Ryan Murphy’s ‘Monster’ will focus on the story of Lyle and Erik Menendez, two brothers who murdered their parents. pic.twitter.com/ez4LzAuDLI
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Who is Jerome Oziel?
For those unfamiliar with the Menendez case, his name may not come to mind right away, yet he played an important part in the brothers’ trial. Oziel was the therapist who treated Lyle Menendez and was reportedly involved in the brothers’ scheme to murder their parents.
The inclusion of Oziel in the series has piqued the interest of true-crime fans. While the Menendez brothers’ case has received extensive media coverage, Oziel’s involvement has received less. Ryan Murphy, the creator of Monsters, has vowed to probe deep into Oziel’s psyche, adding another layer of complication to an already complicated case.
Oziel’s narrative is one of deception, treachery, and a journey inside the mind of a criminal. Oziel began treating Lyle Menendez for anxiety and depression in 1989, according to court filings. However, their therapy sessions took a dark turn when Lyle revealed that he and his brother had killed their parents. Lyle’s confession, according to Oziel, was made under duress, with the brothers threatening to hurt him and his family if he didn’t maintain their secret.
The defence claimed that Oziel was lying and had bribed the brothers into confessing in order to protect his own reputation. The brothers were eventually convicted, and Oziel’s evidence was called into question. He was finally barred from practising treatment.
2. Mitzi Eisenberg, la asistente de José Menéndez, dijo en la Corte que el día del funeral Lyle usó los zapatos de José y le dijo: “al fin estoy llenando los zapatos de mi padre”. También dijo que los hermanos se fueron de fiesta después del funeral y compraron ropa de diseñador. pic.twitter.com/QnRYy3Ble7
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Viewers will be able to watch Oziel’s narrative from his point of view in the new Monsters series. Actor Leonard Roberts has been cast in the role, and early reports suggest that the character will be given a nuanced portrayal. It’s unclear how much screen time Oziel will get, but real crime enthusiasts will undoubtedly be keeping a watch on his plot.
The presence of Jerome Oziel in Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story is only one of the many reasons why fans are looking forward to the show’s comeback. The next season is expected to be a smash, thanks to a brilliant cast and crew and a plot that continues to engage the people.