William Friedkin began his directorial career doing documentaries and live TV shows. He won several awards for this documentary about a death-row inmate.
- The People vs. Paul Crump
- Retribution
- A Measured Life
- An Execution
Answer
The correct answer is A) The People vs. Paul Crump.
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