Listen "Behind the Scenes of Death Came Calling – A True Crime Film with Iowa Roots"
Episode Synopsis
In this gripping episode of Leave Your Legacy, host Conor Murray sits down with filmmaker Mitch Westfall and producer Blaire Jordan to explore a haunting true crime story buried deep in the heart of Anamosa, Iowa. Death Came Calling—a feature film now in development—unearths a decades-old double homicide, a daring prison escape, and the mysterious inmate once seen as a model of redemption.This isn’t just another true crime tale. It’s personal. The man at the center of the story was once known and respected in town—until everything changed. Mitch and Blaire peel back the layers of a story passed down through family, driven by personal connections and powered by a relentless search for truth. Together, they discuss:The incredible origin of the project, sparked by a decades-old magazine found in a basementThe psychological, legal, and emotional weight of bringing real lives to the screenThe moral complexities of prison reform, redemption, and justice in 1970s IowaWhy they chose a narrative feature over a documentary—and how they're honoring the victims and communityWhether you’re a true crime fan, a believer in storytelling’s power, or just curious about the secrets tucked away in small-town America, this conversation will challenge your assumptions and leave you eager to learn more.🎥 Learn how you can support the film or get involved at www.themurrayfoundation.org
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