CORONER TO THE STARS
A film by Ben Hethcoat
2025, 83 minutes
2025, 83 minutes
No. 476
Documentary
Documentary
Description
Coroner to the Stars chronicles the extraordinary journey of Dr. Thomas Noguchi, the former Los Angeles County Chief Medical Examiner-Coroner whose ground breaking autopsies forever shaped American culture.
From Marilyn Monroe and Robert Kennedy to Sharon Tate and Natalie Wood, Noguchi pushed forensic science into the spotlight—even as Hollywood elites and political adversaries sought to silence him. A Japanese immigrant who unwittingly rose to fame in a city driven by stardom, Noguchi’s fearless pursuit of truth often placed him in the crosshairs of controversy.
Festivals
Winner, Audience Award - Best Documentary Feature, Slamdance Film Festival
Winner, Audience Award - Documentary Feature, Mammoth Lakes Film Festival
Reviews
"Rock-solid in its exploration of race, science and history, Coroner to the Stars thoughtfully considers the challenge of acting professionally with what is sensational." - The Movie Gourmet
