Although The Guardian noted that Taylor’s murder became the focal point of newspaper speculation for the many revelations and curious plot lines linked to the incident, in the end the story remained the same as it began: an unsolved mystery.

To this day, Taylor’s murder remains a cold case, although hints of a resolution have surfaced. Per History, Minter’s mother, Charlotte Shelby, appears to be a top suspect. Wary of the relationship between her daughter and the older filmmaker, Shelby had a history that makes her a prime candidate for the murderer: She previously threatened to kill another director who was fond of her daughter. Adding to the suspicion is her alibi witness, who was allegedly funneled copious amounts of cash after Taylor was found dead. 

Years later, Minter would continue to implicate her mother. Not only did she admit the pair were present at Taylor’s home the same night he was murdered — a claim that conflicts with her alibi — director King Vidor claimed that she confessed that her mother killed her older flame in a heated rage after discovering the pair together at his home.

But suspicion is not tantamount of guilt, and the true identity of Taylor’s killer remains a mystery.