

Elize Matsunaga: Once Upon a Crime
2021-07-08 · 50 min / episode · ★ 6.5
The crime shocked Brazil: Elize Matsunaga shot and dismembered her rich husband. Featuring her first interview, this docuseries dives deep into the case.
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- Eliza Capai
- Production companies
- Boutique Filmes
- Countries
- Brazil
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- Ended
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