Abuse allegations – which he denies – pile up against the shock rocker in this chilling documentary, not helped by some of the sexual comments he makes about pre-teensRoll up, roll up – fun times are here again, especially for us ladies! Last week we had 2025’s first addition to the bulging files of true-crime stories, with the documentary series about rapist and serial killer Todd Kohlhepp (The Amazon Review Killer). Now we have the first documentary about a high-profile star claimed by multiple women to be a violent sexual predator long enabled by his fame, money and power to do exactly as he liked, to as many young women as he liked, without fear of consequence.Marilyn Manson: Unmasked is a meticulously assembled three-part account of the shock-rock musician’s career and what was allegedly happening behind the scenes. All of which, I should say, is denied by Manson (real name Brian Warner) and on screen by his quietly terrifying lawyer Howard King, whose favourite expression seem...
The main conceptual idea of the Guardian review, "Marilyn Manson: Unmasked review – should a tour bus really need the age of consent pinned to the wall?", is to examine the disturbing allegations of sexual predation against shock rocker Marilyn Manson.
The review highlights the series' portrayal of Manson's seemingly predatory behavior, contrasting it with his denials and the defense provided by his lawyer and associates. It critiques the power dynamics inherent in the music industry, where fame and influence can enable abuse.
Ultimately, the review raises the unsettling question - should a tour bus, a place where young and vulnerable individuals may be present, need the age of consent pinned to the wall? This question suggests a chilling potential for abuse within the music industry that the documentary aims to expose.
The main conceptual idea of the Guardian review, "Marilyn Manson: Unmasked review – should a tour bus really need the age of consent pinned to the wall?", is to examine the disturbing allegations of sexual predation against shock rocker Marilyn Manson. The review highlights the series' portrayal of Manson's seemingly predatory behavior, contrasting it with his denials and the defense provided by his lawyer and associates. It critiques the power dynamics inherent in the music industry, where fame and influence can enable abuse. Ultimately, the review raises the unsettling question - should a tour bus, a place where young and vulnerable individuals may be present, need the age of consent pinned to the wall? This question suggests a chilling potential for abuse within the music industry that the documentary aims to expose.
