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The filmmakers behind ‘The Jinx’ have revealed new insights into the making of their documentary, including their interactions with Robert Durst and the FBI’s knowledge of his whereabouts while he was on the run in 2015. Director Andrew Jarecki faced concerns for his safety during this time, leading him to hire security for his family’s protection. The filmmakers’ discovery of Durst’s shocking bathroom confession and their subsequent handover of the evidence to the police are also discussed, highlighting the complexities of investigating cold cases and the potential risks faced by those involved.

The arrest of Robert Durst, the subject of the HBO documentary series “The Jinx,” has been shrouded in confusion due to the fact that his infamous “killed them all” confession did not air until the finale. However, the first episode of Season 2 sheds light on the timeline of events, revealing that an investigation into Durst’s involvement in the murder of his friend Susan Berman had been ongoing long before the documentary aired.

In 2015, ‘The Jinx’ director Andrew Jarecki narrowly avoided an encounter with Robert Durst, the subject of his bombshell documentary, outside his New York apartment. Despite concerns, a doorman’s misplaced car allayed his fears. Jarecki defended his editing of Durst’s confession, which ultimately contributed to Durst’s conviction. ‘The Jinx – Part Two’ will explore the aftermath of the documentary and Durst’s trial.