Gabby Petito Documentary Sparks Controversy

A new documentary about Gabby Petito's life and death has sparked controversy, with Brian Laundrie's family lawyer, Steven Bertolino, slamming the film as "inaccurate" and "deliberate" in its portrayal of the Laundries. The documentary, released on Netflix, features previously unseen texts, diary entries, and footage from family and friends, but the Laundries did not participate in the film.

The documentary has also drawn a reaction from Gabby Petito's parents, Joseph Petito and Nichole Schmidt, who have shared their feelings about the film. Joseph Petito said he can't stop crying as he shares a new photo of his daughter on the third anniversary of her death, while Nichole expressed her disappointment that the Laundries did not apologize for their role in Gabby's disappearance and death. The documentary features police body cam footage showing Laundrie's parents opening their front door to an officer who asks about their son's trip with Gabby.

The filmmakers, Julia Willoughby Nason and Michael Gasparro, used voice recreation technology to bring Petito's voice to life, with the help of her parents, who provided access to her journals and personal archive. The documentary aims to tell the story of Petito's life and death, with a focus on her own perspective and experiences. However, Bertolino has criticized the film, stating that it contained many inaccuracies, incorrect timelines, and misstatements of fact.

The controversy surrounding the documentary highlights the ongoing debate about the case, with many questions still unanswered. As the case continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the documentary will impact the public's perception of the events surrounding Gabby Petito's disappearance and death.