Gilberto Valle, dubbed "The Cannibal Cop," was convicted of conspiring to kidnap and eat young women, but later had his conviction overturned after 22 months in prison. The film "Thought Crimes" explores Valle's life, including his time in prison and subsequent house arrest, raising questions about whether he would have actually carried out his plans and the consequences of online activity.
Thought Crimes: The Case of the Cannibal Cop
A psychological thriller delves into the blurred boundaries between protected free speech and criminal conduct as a police officer's bizarre and disturbing online actions lead to a shocking arrest and trial.