"Re-viewing the Past: Chicago," notes that Chicago's tale of illicit sex and "all that jazz" grossly exaggerated the 1920s fascination with "lady murderesses" and the negative impact of city life.

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"Re-viewing the Past: Chicago" likely refers to the musical "Chicago," which is based on real events and captures the public's fascination with crime, particularly involving women, during the 1920s. The era was indeed marked by a heightened interest in sensational trials, including those of women accused of murder, reflecting broader societal anxieties and fascinations. The portrayal in "Chicago" of this fascination and the media circus around trials is not grossly exaggerated but reflects historical realities of the time.

"Re-Viewing the Past: Chicago," Notes That Chicago's Tale of Illicit