About "Children of the Snow"

"Children of the Snow" is a riveting and heartbreaking documentary series released in 2019. The two-part series involves a deep dive into an unsolved string of child murders that occurred between 1976 and 1977 in Oakland County, Michigan. Known as 'The Oakland County Child Killer' case, the documentary explores different theories behind the murders while deeply involving the victims' families as they continue their search for justice after four decades.

Making / Production

The series is a production of Investigation Discovery, directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Jarett Bellucci. Bellucci's sharp knack for storytelling and profound sensitivity towards the victims and their families shines through the documentary, making it not only a tantalizing haunting series but also a window to the grief and justice crusade of the victims' kin.

Actors

• Bill Reilly: Playing himself, he gives a firsthand account of his brother's abduction and his relentless pursuit for justice.
• Doug Wilson: He plays himself, a childhood friend of victim Mark Stebbins, lending a human edge to the unfortunate series of events.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Despite taking place over 40 years ago, the Oakland Child County Killer case is still active and ongoing.
• 'Children of the Snow' is partly based on the book 'The Kill Jar' written by J. Reuben Appelman.
• DNA evidence found on two victims implicates two suspects, though official charges have never been made.

Awards

While 'Children of the Snow' hasn't received any specific awards to date, its remarkable storytelling and sensitive narration add up to a very high-quality show critically acclaimed by the audience.

Quotes

• "In our hearts, we knew who did it... but proving it's another thing." - Bill Reilly.
• "Oakland County was the Bermuda triangle for children" - J. Reuben Appelman.

Music, Soundtrack

• Given that 'Children of the Snow' is a true-crime documentary, the soundtrack mainly consists of suspenseful background music without any standout tracks or original songs.