Arnold Friedman seemed like the normal head of an affluent Jewish family living in upstate New York. His life is turned upside down when he and his son Jesse Friedman are charged with the rapes of several young boys who participated in computer classes given by the Friedmans. Together with the mother (Elaine Friedman) and two other sons (Seth Friedman and Jesse Friedman), the criminal trial of this father and firstborn son unfolds with the aid of photos and home video footage. Directed by Andrew Jarecki. Categories: Documentary. Year: 2003.

Arnold Friedman and Jesse Friedman in Capturing the Friedmans

Arnold Friedman, Elaine Friedman, Jesse Friedman and Seth Friedman in Capturing the Friedmans

Seth Friedman and Jesse Friedman in Capturing the Friedmans
1980s also appeared in Wet Hot American Summer, Gigantic (A Tale of Two Johns), City of God, and Prey for Rock & Roll.