The Mortician, an HBO documentary series, uncovers the harrowing story of David Sconce, who operated a cremation business irresponsibly in the 1980s by mishandling human remains. The series features personal testimonies from former employees and affected families, detailing the psychological trauma caused by receiving incorrect remains. It also addresses the broader implications of unethical practices within the funeral industry, drawing parallels to other corporate scandals. Director Joshua Rofe emphasizes the grisly nature of Sconce's methods and the alarming extent to which profit was prioritized over ethical care.
"Director Joshua Rofe says viewers may be able to relate the cremation scandal to other scandals they see in the news about companies cutting corners in order to make as much profit as possible in exchange for as little work as possible."
"Pasadena-area funeral home directors became suspicious of Sconce when he was completing more cremations than his competitors and at lower prices."
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