COMMENTARY | On the heels of England's royal wedding celebration, a new documentary, "Unlawful Killing," has been released about the death of Princess Diana (mother of princes William and Harry). The film shows graphic images of the dying Diana. "Unlawful Killing" attempts to implicate the royal family in yet another cover-up conspiracy.
Diana, along with her lover Dodi al Fayed and their driver Henri Paul, was killed in an auto accident in Paris Aug. 31,1997. The official story has been that Paul was driving drunk and that's what caused the accident, according to ABC News.
"Unlawful Killing" is based on a note written in 1993, by Diana, in which she says she thinks Prince Charles is plotting to have her assassinated. The film points to alleged inconsistencies in the court's handling of the case. Filmmaker Keith Allen call it an "inquest of an inquest."
However, the real mission of "Unlawful Killing" seems to be to spring the photos on the public and the royal family.
Conspiracy theories about Diana's death aren't new. Books have been written linking Diana's death to the royal family. They say the royal family was angry over Charles and Diana's divorce and blamed Diana. Some, such as Truthquake.com, claim political plots and cover-ups were behind the accident.
Followers of Diana say that the royal family was furious that Diana took a lover (although Charles admitted to having been unfaithful to his wife prior to her extra-marital relationships, according to People). Dodi's father Mohammed al Fayed has long espoused the theory that the crash was no accident.
The problem with "Unlawful Killing" is primarily the new death photos. Photos have been released with Diana in the car just moments before the accident. Photos of the car after the wreck have been published. The new photos were taken by press as she was dying and just moments after her death. They are very graphic and show her face badly damaged. It is the first time these pictures have been seen.
Regardless of any scandal or allegations, the biggest concern is the emotional pain and suffering these photos will cause for William and Harry and loved ones of Diana. The death of their mother was distressing enough without saddening them further.
Royal or commoner, no one should be forced to view gruesome photos of deceased loved ones. Setting legal issues aside, it's morally reprehensible.
In some cultures, the family photographs the deceased in his coffin. When my brother passed away, at age 5, family members photographed him. I was horrified, but I wasn't raised with this tradition. However, it is a sign of mourning and respect. Photos are not shown outside the family.
No documentary, however well-meaning, should be allowed to use death photos to tout a cause, incite unrest, gain viewers or turn a profit. Death is very private and should be kept sacred.
Marilisa Kinney Sachteleben writes from 22 years parenting four children, 25 years teaching K-8, special needs, adult education and homeschool.
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