Soaked in Bleach

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My opinion isn't a popular one on this subject. I feel Kurt Cobain fans just want someone to blame because they don't want to admit their idol killed himself. Courtney Love was and is a junkie. Her stories don't add up, but if you ask her stories about simple things on any other subject, I highly doubt those stories will match up either. In all reality as big of a mess as she was in the following years, I believe if she did it she would have slipped up at some point and said something by accident. Yet she didn't, not even at her blackout worst. Using the argument that those closest to him didn't think he was suicidal is cheap. When a loved one commits suicide that is a very common reaction,nobody wants to admit they saw the signs because that's admitting they ignored the signs. I know this because I've lost family and friends to suicide. Pointing fingers and having someone to direct the blame and anger towards is much easier than dealing with the truth. Half of his songs can count as a suicide note, but of course he didn't mean those. It's normally to write about that stuff in a hurry, right? This isn't facts,it just points out what we already knew, Courtney is a junkie, the police botched the investigation, and instead looking at other options this man wants to extend his 15 mins of fame by prolonging a 20 yr witch hunt aimed at Love. Whatever really happened that night only Kurt and possibly someone else know, but they aren't talking. Save your time, listen to Pearl Jam and let Kurt rest in piece without dragging his wife and daughter through this over and over again.

Great film and finally seeing the facts out there was a good feeling. Certainly showed the botched investigation by the Seattle Police department and showed Cobain was murdered. No suicide. It's worth the watch. Dr. Cyril Wecht has alarming insights and facts. I also felt it was presented in a way that is very easy to understand. It was clear, and easy to follow. This s a drama doc I will watch several times. Several things you pick up each time and new things you pick up each time. I gave it a good review for all of the above mentioned. As of late many people have tried to discredit this evidence and because they didn't have a good understanding of everything. This film clears it up.

Tom Grant has long said he has hundreds of hours of documentation that proves that Courtney had a hand in Kurt's murder. I was ready to have my mind blown. Not a single thing in this documentary affirmed his position. Courtney's behavior in the film is consistent with a drug addict, and he himself said she was high in all of those recordings. Listening to the audio, it really sounds like she believed he was alive. Tom Grant has made a name for himself based on these extreme assumptions and hunches. So many of these have been explained and debunked, especially the level of heroin in the bloodstream, but Grant refuses to acknowledge them. They say there is a lack of similar cases in law enforcement records, but do not acknowledge the medical studies. I was very disappointed in this film, but it laid my doubts of Courtney's statements to rest. IF anything, IF Kurt REALLY had help, the most logical thing that comes to me is that his friend may have assisted him in his suicide. That's a stretch though, and is solely based on this documentary. Nothing else has ever pointed me to think this. One thing that really irked me about the film, though, is that they have people "close" to Kurt that say he didn't seem depressed and they didn't think he was suicidal. Exactly. That is typical for a clinically depressed person. Adult suicides are usually shocking for that very reason.

This is for sure a must watch and highly recommended for real Kurt Cobain fans. 90 minutes of damning, highly compelling evidence is presented that Courtney Love set up and paid to have Kurt Cobain murdered. Interviews, forensic evidence, and much, much more is all laid out seamlessly in this visually beautiful but ultimately tragic film that will certainly force the Seattle Police Department to reopen the investigation into his death and make Courtney and her conspirators accountable for the crimes they have committed. More than anything the film details how there is no possible way the cause of death could be suicide, brought to light by some of the most credible and experienced forensics experts alive today.

I don't give movies ten stars. It's never happened before, honestly. And while this movie (technically a documentary) could have been organized slightly better, or included a few more facts about the case, it was perfect, and here's why: Tom Grant is an honest and ethical man who cares about getting the truth out about the circumstances surrounding Cobain's death. He has doggedly pursued this case for years with a tenacity rarely matched in our blurb and instant gratification culture. But Cobain deserves better than that, and Grant gives it to him. And so does director Benjamin Statler, and all the other people who have given their time to this film and to the investigation over the years. The film is made and presented with the utmost respect to the person who matters the most: Kurt Cobain. What you will find in this film are the unadulterated facts of the case, interviews with respected individuals such as former Chief of Police, Norm Stamper (who was Seattle's police chief at the time of Kurt's death), renowned forensic experts, the paramedic who was first at the scene, and more, presented in an interesting and highly revelatory context. But what takes the movie over the edge--in terms of believability, is it's strict adherence to the truth. There is no hyperbole, no name-calling, just a quiet and persistent pursuit of the truth. As viewers, we are presented with facts and the systematic disapproval of myths within a relevant and non-cheesy reenactment. And while Courtney's character is difficult to watch--due to the surrounding drug culture as well as her stunning coldness in regards to Kurt's genuine well being, it doesn't feel contrived at all. Coupled, with actual recordings of Courtney, as well as public knowledge of Courtney's truly erratic behavior over the years, the reenactments are lend a pertinent narrative. Many people have written off this movie (without even seeing it) for illogical reasons. They believe: -The media reports which are filled with misinformation, some intentionally planted. These include: Cobain was barricaded in the room, Cobain left his driver's license out so that he could be identified, Cobain was locked in the greenhouse in such a way that only he could have done, Cobain left a suicide note, Cobain was suicidal at the time, Cobain had tried to commit suicide in Rome, Cobain could have lifted the shotgun on that amount of heroin because he was a hardcore junkie, Cobain loved Courtney and would never leave her, Cobain was helpless. -They have bought into Courtney's shtick and believe she is cool because she breaks the rules. These people argue that accusing Courtney is anti-feminist and that she is unfairly persecuted in the media. ( In fact (as we hear in taped conversation), Courtney admits to planting stories, a missing persons report, and manipulating the media on several occasions. Most importantly however, she had motive. It's hard for deluded people to get their heads around this. I dare these people to view this film.) -It's old news, just another attempt to make money off of Kurt's death. (The ethics for reopening the case should be abundantly clear as any person deserves this, but a person with Kurt's sway even more so--there are 68 copycat type suicides on record linked to Cobain.) -Tom Grant is a blow hard and just can't let it go. It's his one claim to fame. He's a sucky PI. (Actually, Tom Grant has conducted the investigation with persistence, decency, and a relentless pursuit of the truth, over any of his own opinions. It's all there.) I would encourage any person who claims to care about Kurt to see this film for the most important reason of all: he deserves it. As of the time of this writing, Courtney has made every effort to stop this film from being shown, even going so far as to send "Cease and Desist" orders to theaters showing it. No joke. It's a hard watch and so sad, but cathartic too. RIP Kurt. And may the truth finally be known.

Given the controversial nature of the subject I think the most important message I can convey about this film is that it is extremely well made. No matter what side of the fence one may find themselves on (re: the 'conspiracy' theory) I believe strongly that people will find this film to be compelling and very, very entertaining. It is absolutely worth watching and I recommend it highly. It's a real shame that the IMDb rating system seems to be very susceptible to vote rigging as this film deserves a much higher rating than what it is (currently) trending at: 3.7/10. It only takes a moment to recognize the intention of the over 2,000 'people' who have voted the film a 1 or 2 out of 10. It's intended to falsely degrade the film's worth in the hopes that people will not wish to watch it. Clearly these votes have be bought by one of the several IMDb 'vote buying' services online. This is a childish and unfair tactic that, frankly, makes me uncomfortable about the intent of the purchaser. However, it did compel me to write this review (my first ever) so perhaps the tactic might need a rethink? I voted 'Soaked in Bleach' a 8 out of 10 and I believe it is worth that, perhaps even more. I highly recommend that everybody (even those with a passing interest in the subject matter) should watch the film and decide for themselves what the film is worth. Personally, I think it easily qualifies as one of the 10 best documentaries I have ever seen.

I've been waiting for this movie for a long time, as have many others who are NOT conspiracy theorists, but average everyday people who can tell fact from fiction. Perhaps we will never know who killed Cobain, but he at least deserves his death to be investigated properly by the Seattle Police Department. Soaked in Bleach brilliantly delivers the pure facts of the investigation. Mr. Grant has VOLUNTEERED his time for the last 20+ years in bringing the truth to everyone who enjoyed Cobain's music. He should be applauded long and loud for his dedication and hard work, as should Benjamin Statler for creating this film. I hope, as they do, that these truths will prevent other kids from copycat suicides. I know that has been one of the most important goals of Mr. Grant's investigation all these years. I rated this a 10 because I thought it was well-made and comprehensive of the investigation. However, in the interest of time, many other details of the investigation were left out. Please visit http://www.cobaincase.com/freemanual.htm for all the details and a free download of the Cobain Case File that Mr. Grant has made available to anyone who wishes to have a copy. And please share that free download with your family and friends. More people who know the facts may convince the SPD to re-open Cobain's death and investigate it as it should have been investigated on April 8, 1994.

I went into this movie with an open mind as someone who was a teenager when Kurt Cobain died. I wasn't a fan back then but I've come to enjoy Nirvana's music now. "Soaked In Bleach" interjects actual audio recordings collected by private investigator Tom Grant during his investigation when he was hired by Courtney Love to find Kurt Cobain when she claimed he was missing. There's also forensic and criminal experts in various fields to give their opinion based on the evidence available. The movie discusses not only Kurt's final days but the days after his death when evidence was coming to light that would cast doubt that he'd committed suicide. Not only were there inconsistencies in some of Courtney Love's stories, but there was also a botched investigation by the Seattle PD. Even if you're not a fan, this movie is worth watching for the forensic and criminal pathology information. It's not about the death of a famous person, it's about demanding justice for a human being.

I strongly think that everyone is giving this movie a bad rating because they're on Courtney's side and had already watched Montage of Heck. I didn't watch Montage of Heck because Courtney invaded Kurt's privacy and if he were alive to this day he would have NEVER agreed to be exposed like that. And all for? For money. I want to tell everyone to watch this movie because you have to hear the story from both sides. I think they did an excellent job! The ending was so touching and I am currently recommending it to my family and friends and they are all going to watch it. Yes it is that great! I am a Nirvana die hard fan and I honestly can believe that Dave and Krist where in this movie... I am honestly disappointed in them, I thought that Kurt meant something to them than "my friend who killed himself"..but anyways, the filming is stunning! Very clear and straight to the point.