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Those crimes ain't gonna solve themselves... without the right tools
Isn't it amazing to watch sleuthy storytellers conduct hours and hours of interviews, pore over countless tiny pieces of evidence and make viewers rethink everything they thought they knew in true-crime classics like Making a Murderer, The Jinxand Evil Genius? These stories punch with maximum impact because creators get obsessed with their stories, and the advanced research and critical thinking skills they bring to the table impress.
But pros of the genre need more than just smarts, they need stuff: equipment, tools and doohickeys to make their stories come to life. If you're a true-crime fanatic, or maybe making your own must-binge crime story, you'll definitely need some of these essentials as you build your case. Check them out below!
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1. A Stealth Cam, to capture your subjects' moves when they least expect it
2. Pulsar monoculars, for snooping and spying
3. Sabre pepper sprays and stun guns for when people make it clear you shouldn't be asking any more questions
4. Surefire flashlights and accessories, because nobody cracks a case without a flashlight, right?
5. Comfy walking shoes like these, to make hoofing around town gathering all that material more bearable
6. Outdoor home security system lights because, duh
7. A brand new Photoshop package, to create chilling imagery for your finished piece
And finally, an Amazon Prime subscription because true TV lovers have to have their TV!
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