August 15 Brings Chills with True-Crime Docuseries Landing on Prime Video

Prime Video is bringing a gripping new true-crime docuseries to viewers worldwide with the release of Abandoned: The Woman in the Decaying House. This three-part series, coming out on August 15, is based on a popular Brazilian podcast by journalist Chico Felitti and uncovers shocking details about a crime that captured the attention of Brazil in 2022.

The story focuses on Margarida Bonetti, a woman who became infamous across Brazil after living in a run-down mansion in one of São Paulo’s wealthiest neighborhoods. Margarida and her ex-husband, Renê Bonetti, were accused of holding a domestic worker illegally in the United States for nearly 20 years under conditions that resembled slavery.

While Renê was arrested and tried in the US, Margarida managed to escape justice by returning to Brazil. The crime itself took place more than two decades ago, so it has since passed the statute of limitations.

The series explores the chilling case through interviews with police officers, neighbors, FBI agents, and experts connected to the investigation. It also features never-before-seen footage and gives voice to the victim, who breaks her silence after 30 years to share the horrors she endured. According to the official description, the docuseries “brings to light memories previously buried by trauma” and digs deeper into the dark story behind Margarida’s life.

Chico Felitti’s podcast about the case became a huge sensation in Brazil, drawing listeners fascinated by the strange figure of Margarida living in a decaying mansion and the serious accusations against her.

The podcast revealed how she lived isolated in the family home, which slowly fell into ruin over the years. At times, neighbors spotted Margarida wearing a white cream on her face, which sparked curiosity and concern among the local community. The house even became a kind of tourist attraction, with people gathering outside to take photos.

Abandoned: The Woman in the Decaying House is an Amazon Original and will be available exclusively on Prime Video starting August 15. It continues the detailed investigative work from Felitti’s podcast, adding new insights from the FBI and other sources.

The docuseries promises to reveal more about a crime that shook Brazil and to explore the strange life of a woman caught in a decades-long controversy. For fans of true crime and mysteries based on real events, this new series offers a compelling look into a dark story that few have heard in full until now.

Prime Video’s official announcement highlights the global release date and the significance of the case, noting the deep interest it sparked in Brazil and beyond. As the series launches, viewers will get to see how this disturbing tale unfolded and what new truths have come to light through months of investigation.

With its mix of chilling testimony, expert interviews, and dramatic storytelling, Abandoned is set to be a must-watch for anyone fascinated by true crime and real-life mysteries.

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