Pew Research Center’s recent surveys on abortion in the United States offer valuable insights into Americans’ perspectives on the legality of the procedure, among other aspects. Following the Supreme Court’s decision in June 2022 that revoked the constitutional right to abortion, a Center survey revealed that 62% of U.S. adults support the practice being legal … Read more
CHARLESTON, WV — “The Night of the Hunter,” a 1950s film directed by Charles Laughton, was shot and set in West Virginia, based on a novel by Moundsville native Davis Grubb that drew inspiration from a serial killer in the area. The film, released in 1955, is an adaptation of the 1953 novel “The Night … Read more
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The 1955 film, “The Night of the Hunter,” directed by Charles Laughton, was shot and set in West Virginia and was inspired by a 1953 novel by Davis Grubb. The movie is based on a book by a Moundsville native, which in turn was inspired by a serial killer in the area. … Read more
MADRID, Spain – The new Netflix film, “Society of the Snow,” is based on a true story of survival in the Andes Mountains. The film is inspired by the real-life events of a plane crash in 1972 that left a Uruguayan rugby team stranded in the mountains, where they resorted to cannibalism for survival. Directed … Read more
A judge in Florida has set aside the wrongful conviction of Willie L. Williams Jr., who spent almost 45 years in prison for an armed robbery. The decision came after evidence was revealed that the star witness had his memory “hypnotically refreshed” by a self-taught police lieutenant. Williams, now 79, expressed his relief and gratitude, … Read more
In Los Angeles, California, horror movie fans may find themselves questioning the authenticity behind the chilling thrills of their favorite films. The terror of a horror movie becomes much more chilling when it is inspired by real events. Whether it is the United States or abroad, the line between fact and fiction becomes blurred, creating … Read more
Portland, Oregon – True crime enthusiasts who are fans of serial killer documentaries are in for a treat with the movie Happy Face Killer. The film, directed by Rick Bota, delves into the terrifying story of a serial killer who took the lives of at least eight women, sparking a nationwide manhunt that ultimately led … Read more
LOS ANGELES, CA – A new dark comedy, “Based on a True Story,” takes a satirical look at the world of true crime, exploring the graphic and disturbing nature of murder with a humorous twist. The series opens with a brutal stabbing, setting the tone for a show that delves into the unsettling world of … Read more