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Inspired by Reality: The Creepiest True Crime Moments in The Devil on Trial1981The Netflix documentary The Devil on Trial explores one of the most haunting true-crime cases in American history, delving into the story of the infamous “Devil Made Me Do It” defense used by Arne Cheyenne Johnson in 1981. What makes this case so compelling isn’t just the crime itself but the disturbing connection between supernatural forces and real-world tragedy, as claimed by the people involved. For fans of horror, goth culture, and true crime, this documentary presents a unique mix of terror and intrigue, blending courtroom drama with supernatural horror. By examining the true story behind the horror, The Devil on Trial invites viewers to question the boundaries between reality and the supernatural. The Origins: A Small Town, a Possessed Boy, and a Family... Read More | |
The Most Disturbing True Crimes Behind Popular Horror Films1900When it comes to horror, sometimes reality is more disturbing than fiction. Some of the most iconic horror movies actually have roots in real-life events—stories of true crime and terror that filmmakers adapt into chilling cinematic experiences. For those of you with a love for the macabre, here’s a look at the true crimes that inspired some of the horror genre’s most notorious films. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 1. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre – Inspired by Ed Gein’s Gruesome Crimes In 1974, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre shocked audiences with its raw and brutal portrayal of a family of cannibals, spearheaded by the chainsaw-wielding Leatherface. While Leatherface himself might be fiction, he was inspired by the real-life horror of Ed Gein, a... Read More | |
The true story of the Perron family, the Harrisville Haunting1970History of the Perron family and the Harrisville Haunting (true story behind the movie The Conjuring) Oldest surviving photograph of the Harrisville Haunted home Ed and Lorraine Warren had been investigating paranormal activity since the early 1950’s. During their decades-long careers, they investigated over 4,000 hauntings, including the well-known Amityville Haunting where they were recognized as the first psychic investigators to step onto the scene. The 2013 film, The Conjuring, was based on their terrifying investigation of the Perron family and their haunted farmhouse in Harrisville, Rhode Island. Known variously as the “Harrisville Haunting” or the “Perron Family Haunting”, the Warrens would say that their investigation of the Perron family’s haunting... Read More |