SYNOPSIS:
Citizen Sleuth, a documentary from director Chris Kasick, follows Appalachian true-crime podcaster Emily Nestor, whose hit show Mile Marker 181 delves into the mysterious death of a local woman.
As her investigation unfolds, Nestor’s storytelling begins to blur the boundary between journalism and entertainment. The documentary takes a critical look at the moral questions surrounding the true-crime phenomenon and the unintended consequences that can arise when amateurs take on real investigations.
With a massive audience listening in, Nestor’s relentless search for answers turns into a complex, self-reflective journey that forces her to reckon with her own part in the story.
Citizen Sleuth had a successful festival run where it premiered at SXSW 2023, screened at Sheffield DocFest and at IDFA, where it was highlighted in the “Best of Fests” lineup.
ABOUT THE FILMMAKER:
Chris Kasick is an American filmmaker and documentarian known for his sharp humor and curiosity about unconventional subjects, best recognized for his films Uncle Nick and Silicon Cowboys, which blend wit, heart, and cultural insight to explore the eccentricities of human ambition.
Citizen Sleuth
Release Date: 11/14/2025
Directed by: Chris Kasick
Produced by: Loy Te
Starring: Chris Kasick, Tyler Davidson, Fabiola Washburn, Drew Sykes, Jared Washburn
Genre: True Crime, Documentary
Language: English
Distributor: Dark Sky Films
Run Time: 82 minutes
