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Undercover Filmmakers Uncover Dark Secrets of a Polygamous Cult in Netflix Documentary

The documentary 'Trust Me: The False Prophet' reveals how filmmakers disguised as cult members helped expose a leader now sentenced to 50 years.

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In the Netflix documentary 'Trust Me: The False Prophet,' director Rachel Dretzin showcases the efforts of undercover filmmakers who infiltrated a polygamous cult.

These documentarians, operating in disguise, played a crucial role in gathering evidence against the cult leader, who is now serving a 50-year prison sentence.

The film highlights the complex moral dilemmas faced by those who must betray to protect, illustrating the impact of investigative filmmaking on societal issues.

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