Oxygen True Crime is taking a different approach with its new true crime special Southern Fried Lies , focusing not just on suspicious deaths, but on white-collar crime and family dynamics in Camden, Arkansas — a town where everyone knows each other, and secrets don’t stay buried for long. Directed by Rachel Holbrook, the two-hour special investigates the death of Matt Jacobs, a survivor of the Deepwater Horizon explosion who became one of Camden’s wealthiest residents. After his death, a will was found that left most of his estate to Alex Herring, daughter of Donna Herring — instead of Matt’s teenage son, Jordan. An investigation revealed the will was forged, opening the door to deeper questions about money, power, and loyalty in a tightknit community. But Holbrook made it clear this story isn’t a typical true crime setup. “ Southern Fried Lies has something for everyone — true crime fans and indie film fans alike,” she said. “I took a very character-driven approach to the...
