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MOVIE REVIEW
The Playboy Murders

Genre: Documentary, True Crime
Year Released: 2023
Runtime: Six, ≈45m episodes
Host(s): Holly Madison
Where To Watch: Premiering on January 23, 2023, at 10/9c on ID, this six-part series hosted and executive produced by former Playboy Bunny Holly Madison and will be available to stream the same day on discovery+

RAVING REVIEW: A new series that focuses on the darker side of the world of Playboy. Taking a look into the world that larger went unexplored, we get to see the stories behind the faces of this giant. I wasn’t sure what to expect with this, but I was hooked after watching the first episode. I can’t wait to see the other stories unfold.

THE PLAYBOY MURDERS is a chilling and thought-provoking exploration of the darker side of fame and the destructive nature of obsession. The series delves into the messy reality behind the glitz and glamour of an iconic brand, leaving the viewer to question the actual cost of fame. The premiere episode sets the tone with a shocking murder, diving into the how and why of the passing of Jasmine Fiore, a Playboy hostess who worked for the company and whose life and death will be a recurring theme throughout the series.

Jasmine Fiore, born Jasmine Lepore in 1981, was raised by her mother. In her youth, she had a passion for football and worked for a local grocery store. Her career as a swimsuit model led her to frequently work as a body-painted model at parties for entertainment and even appear in shows at Las Vegas casinos. She had also acted in commercials for adult phone lines and bathing suits and had later obtained a real estate license, with plans to open a gym and personal training center.

Fiore's personal life was also tumultuous, with a longstanding but intermittently severe relationship with Robert Hasman, with whom she wanted to settle down, and an engagement with another suitor, Travis Heinrich, which lasted less than half a year in 2006 or 2007. Despite the couple breaking off the meeting, they continued to date.

As the series progresses, it becomes evident that the Playboy brand was not just a symbol of sexuality and glamour but also a breeding ground for dangerous obsessions. The series delves into the exploitation of the models and the pressure to maintain the image of perfection that the brand represents. It also serves as a commentary on the superficiality and superficiality of fame and how it breeds dangerous obsessions.

Furthermore, the series touches upon the public's reaction to the dangers behind the brand, specifically the scramble to find details about the victim's life and the morbid hunt for pictures that do not exist. This serves as a sobering reminder of the public's insatiable curiosity and the distorted image of the victim portrayed in the media. It serves as a commentary on the distorted reality represented by the media and how it distorts the truth in pursuit of sensationalism.

In conclusion, THE PLAYBOY MURDERS is a thought-provoking and gripping series. It serves as a cautionary tale about how the media distorts reality in the pursuit of sensationalism. The series not only exposes the darker side of fame but also the personal struggles and complexities of the victim, making it a must-watch for anyone interested in the inner workings of the entertainment industry and the human cost of fame.

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