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First Trailer Arrives For Scorsese's True Crime Thriller 'Killer Of The Flower Moon'

First Trailer Arrives For Scorsese’s True Crime Thriller ‘Killer Of The Flower Moon’

The new trailer for Killer of the Flower Moon, based on the true story of one of America’s most brutal crimes, is here. Legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese, behind films such as Goodfellas, Taxi Driver, Casino, The Wolf Of Wall Street, The Irishman, The Departed, Raging Bull, and Gangs Of New York, is back with Killers Of The Flower Moon, reuniting Robert De Niro and Leonardo DiCaprio. The all-star cast includes Jesse Plemons (Antlers), Lily Gladstone (Certain Women, “Billions”), and Brendan Fraser (The Whale). Set in 1920s Oklahoma, the Osage Nation were the richest people per capita in the world after oil was discovered under their land. And then they were murdered, one by one. As the death toll rose, the newly created FBI took up the case and unraveled a chilling conspiracy and one of the most monstrous crimes in American history. Based on David Grann’s best-selling book Killer of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 22, 2023
Spoiler-Free Film Review: The Night of the 12th (La nuit du 12; 2022)

Spoiler-Free Film Review: The Night of the 12th (La nuit du 12; 2022)

Director Dominik Moll’s superb French feature The Night of the 12th (La nuit du 12) — César Award winner for Best Film, Best Director, and five other César awards — is a gripping murder mystery/police procedural based on an actual unsolved murder in France. As the film begins, a 21-year-old woman named Clara (Lula Cotton-Frapier) leaves a party in the middle of the night. On her way walking home, a hooded and masked man who calls her by name splashes her with flammable liquid and sets her on fire. She dies from the attack, and detectives Yohan (Bastien Bouillon) and Marceau (Bouli Lanners) are assigned to the case. Yohan is a strictly by-the-book man of few words, while the more veteran Marceau is having marital problems and often on the edge. The Night of the 12th focuses on the investigation and the toll it takes on both the detectives, the others in their department, and those close to Clara. Clara’s

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Joseph Perry
May 22, 2023
New Docuseries Explores True Story Of Girl Who Inspired The 'Orphan' Franchise

New Docuseries Explores True Story Of Girl Who Inspired The ‘Orphan’ Franchise

Orphan, released in 2009, left us all in shock as we watched the story unfold of a family who adopted a young girl, Esther, not knowing she was a grown woman and psychopath. The most disturbing thing about Orphan is the fact that it was inspired by a true story of a girl named Natalia Barnett. ID has just announced the premiere date for the docuseries titled “The Curious Case of Natalia Grace.” And we have a new clip to celebrate, which offers a first glimpse at the exclusive interview with Natalia Barnett’s adoptive father, Michael Barnett, as well as other Barnett family members, friends, and those close to the story. Watch as they break down what’s to come in this astonishing odyssey of deceit, colorful characters, twisted family dynamics, and unbelievable testimonies. The docuseries offers extraordinary access and exclusive insight into a mystery ripped straight from the headlines: Who is Natalia Barnett? Initially assumed to be a 6-year-old Ukrainian

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 17, 2023
ID Announces Docuseries "The Curious Case Of Natalia Grace," The Story That Inspired 'Orphan'

ID Announces Docuseries “The Curious Case Of Natalia Grace,” The Story That Inspired ‘Orphan’

Odds are you’ve seen the 2009 horror film, Orphan. What if I was to tell you that it was based on a true story? Investigation Discovery announced today the new docuseries “The Curious Case of Natalia Grace,” which offers extraordinary access and exclusive insight into a mystery ripped straight from the headlines. Who is Natalia Barnett? Initially assumed to be a 6-year-old Ukrainian orphan with spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia, a rare bone growth disorder that can result in skeletal abnormalities as well as issues with hearing and vision, Natalia was adopted by Kristine and Michael Barnett in 2010. However, the happy family dynamic soured when allegations against Natalia were brought by the Barnetts, who alleged Natalia was an adult masquerading as a child with the intent to harm their family. In 2013, Natalia was discovered living on her own, which ignited an investigation that led to Michael and Kristine’s arrest and a firestorm of questions. This is an astonishing odyssey of deceit,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 25, 2023
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Watch 'Cocaine Bear' And The True Story Documentary Now On Peacock

Watch ‘Cocaine Bear’ And The True Story Documentary Now On Peacock

One of the most buzzed-about movies of the year, Cocaine Bear, is now rampaging on Peacock! Elizabeth Banks’ (“The Boys”) new insane film is out now on streaming services! The movie finds an oddball group of cops, criminals, tourists, and teens converging in a Georgia forest where a 500-pound predator has ingested a staggering amount of cocaine and gone on a coke-fueled rampage for more blow … and blood. Keri Russell, Ray Liotta, Alden Ehrenreich, O’Shea Jackson, and Jesse Tyler Ferguson star in this fun flick written by Jimmy Warden (The Babysitter: Killer Queen). Watch Cocaine Bear (review) now on Peacock, then watch their documentary, Cocaine Bear: The True Story, about the true story behind the movie.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 15, 2023
Watch 'Cocaine Bear' And The True Story Documentary Now On Peacock

Documentary ‘Cocaine Bear: The True Story’ Debuts On Peacock

Odds are, by now, you’ve seen the viral, insane movie Cocaine Bear. If you haven’t, we urge you to do so immediately (review). The true story that is at the heart of the movie will be explored in the new documentary, titled Cocaine Bear: The True Story, coming to Peacock today ahead of Cocaine Bear‘s arrival on the streaming service on Saturday (April 15th) The hour-long documentary delves into the bizarre events and tells the story of Drew Thornton, the infamous drug runner that caused the event. The documentary also features interviews, including one with the former sheriff, who was one of the first on the scene as well as the special agent whose team discovered the bear. In Cocaine Bear, “the movie finds an oddball group of cops, criminals, tourists, and teens converging in a Georgia forest where a 500-pound predator has ingested a staggering amount of cocaine and gone on a coke-fueled rampage for more blow … and

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 14, 2023
Scorsese's True Story Inspired 'Killer Of The Flower Moon' Premieres This Fall

Scorsese’s True Story Inspired ‘Killer Of The Flower Moon’ Premieres This Fall

David Grann’s best-selling book Killer of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI is about one of the most horrible crimes to ever happen on American soil. Now Martin Scorsese is bringing the story to the big screen. Titled Killers of the Flower Moon, the film is set to open in theaters this Fall. “In 1920s Oklahoma, the Osage Nation were the richest people per capita in the world after oil was discovered under their land. And then they were murdered, one by one. As the death toll rose, the newly created FBI took up the case and unraveled a chilling conspiracy and one of the most monstrous crimes in American history.” The all-star cast includes Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro, Jesse Plemons (Antlers), Lily Gladstone (Certain Women, Billions), and Brendan Fraser (The Whale). Eric Roth penned the film. Scorsese is producing alongside Imperative Entertainment’s Dan Friedkin and Bradley Thomas, Sikelia Productions’ Emma Tillinger

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 27, 2023
ID's True Crime Series "Very Scary People" Returns For A New Season (Trailer)

ID’s True Crime Series “Very Scary People” Returns For A New Season (Trailer)

“Very Scary People,” hosted and executive produced by Donnie Wahlberg, returns for a new season next month on its new home Investigation Discovery, the leading true crime network. Through in-depth interviews and incredible archival footage, each two-hour episode will offer unprecedented and comprehensive insight into not only the twisted crimes of these individuals but a glimpse into their background, possible motives, psyche, and the investigations that subsequently brought them all to justice. Featuring local authorities and journalists who investigated and covered the cases and interviews with those close to both the victims and the killers, each episode of “Very Scary People” will offer a comprehensive look into some of society’s most evil minds. The season premiere, “The Trailside Killer,” premieres on Sunday, April 16 at 9/8c on I.D. and focuses on serial killer David Carpenter. From 1979 to 1981, Carpenter terrorized Northern California’s typically tranquil hiking trails, shocking the quiet community surrounding them with his cold-blooded violence. He led local

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 25, 2023
'The Retaliators' Actress Starring In True Crime Inspired Movie 'Black Mass'

‘The Retaliators’ Actress Starring In True Crime Inspired Movie ‘Black Mass’

Sarah Nicklin, who starred in last year’s hit, the hard-rocking horror thriller The Retaliators, has now signed on to star in the 1970s crime thriller Black Mass, which marks the directorial debut of Devanny Pinn (Battle for Saipan). Nicklin joins the cast, which already includes Lew Temple (The Walking Dead), Jeremy London, Lisa Wilcox (A Nightmare on Elm Street 4 & 5), Andrew Sykes, Kathleen Kinmont (Halloween 4), and Michelle Romano (Escape From Ensenada). The film, currently in production in Los Angeles, is inspired by actual events in Florida during the winter of 1978 when a serial killer was stalking college girls. Black Mass, written by Eric Pereira and Brandon Slagle, is produced by Pinn’s Jaguar Motion Pictures and Roman Media for Cleopatra Entertainment. Executive producers include Brian Perera, Yvonne Perera, Brandon Slagle, Gigi Jankowski, and Miranda Mariposa. Tim Yasui is a co-producer, and Anjanette Miller and Susan Lanier are associate producers. Stein Entertainment Group represents Nicklin.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 24, 2023
Netflix's New Docuseries "Waco: American Apocalypse" Is Out Now

Netflix’s New Docuseries “Waco: American Apocalypse” Is Out Now

Netflix’s latest true crime docuseries, “Waco: American Apocalypse,” explores the infamous 51-day standoff between federal agents and a heavily armed religious group in 1993. The docuseries includes never-before-seen material from the battle between Texas law enforcement, the US military, and the religious cult, the Branch Davidians, led by David Koresh, which began on February 28, 1993, and tragically left 76 men, women, and children dead, as well as 4 ATF agents. The siege began when the ATF tried to serve the cult a search warrant after authorities gathered intel that the group was stockpiling illegal weapons. When the Bearua of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms tried to serve the warrant, all hell broke loose, and a firefight began. The docuseries, premiering TODAY (March 22) on Netflix, will explore the cult, how the siege unfolded, and the aftermath. “Waco: American Apocalypse” will also feature interviews with those involved and never before seen footage.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 22, 2023

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First Trailer Arrives For Scorsese's True Crime Thriller 'Killer Of The Flower Moon'

First Trailer Arrives For Scorsese’s True Crime Thriller ‘Killer Of The Flower Moon’

The new trailer for Killer of the Flower Moon, based on the true story of one of America’s most brutal crimes, is here. Legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese, behind films such as Goodfellas, Taxi Driver, Casino, The Wolf Of Wall Street, The Irishman, The Departed, Raging Bull, and Gangs Of New York, is back with Killers Of The Flower Moon, reuniting Robert De Niro and Leonardo DiCaprio. The all-star cast includes Jesse Plemons (Antlers), Lily Gladstone (Certain Women, “Billions”), and Brendan Fraser (The Whale). Set in 1920s Oklahoma, the Osage Nation were the richest people per capita in the world after oil was discovered under their land. And then they were murdered, one by one. As the death toll rose, the newly created FBI took up the case and unraveled a chilling conspiracy and one of the most monstrous crimes in American history. Based on David Grann’s best-selling book Killer of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 22, 2023
Spoiler-Free Film Review: The Night of the 12th (La nuit du 12; 2022)

Spoiler-Free Film Review: The Night of the 12th (La nuit du 12; 2022)

Director Dominik Moll’s superb French feature The Night of the 12th (La nuit du 12) — César Award winner for Best Film, Best Director, and five other César awards — is a gripping murder mystery/police procedural based on an actual unsolved murder in France. As the film begins, a 21-year-old woman named Clara (Lula Cotton-Frapier) leaves a party in the middle of the night. On her way walking home, a hooded and masked man who calls her by name splashes her with flammable liquid and sets her on fire. She dies from the attack, and detectives Yohan (Bastien Bouillon) and Marceau (Bouli Lanners) are assigned to the case. Yohan is a strictly by-the-book man of few words, while the more veteran Marceau is having marital problems and often on the edge. The Night of the 12th focuses on the investigation and the toll it takes on both the detectives, the others in their department, and those close to Clara. Clara’s

Continue reading →
Joseph Perry
May 22, 2023
New Docuseries Explores True Story Of Girl Who Inspired The 'Orphan' Franchise

New Docuseries Explores True Story Of Girl Who Inspired The ‘Orphan’ Franchise

Orphan, released in 2009, left us all in shock as we watched the story unfold of a family who adopted a young girl, Esther, not knowing she was a grown woman and psychopath. The most disturbing thing about Orphan is the fact that it was inspired by a true story of a girl named Natalia Barnett. ID has just announced the premiere date for the docuseries titled “The Curious Case of Natalia Grace.” And we have a new clip to celebrate, which offers a first glimpse at the exclusive interview with Natalia Barnett’s adoptive father, Michael Barnett, as well as other Barnett family members, friends, and those close to the story. Watch as they break down what’s to come in this astonishing odyssey of deceit, colorful characters, twisted family dynamics, and unbelievable testimonies. The docuseries offers extraordinary access and exclusive insight into a mystery ripped straight from the headlines: Who is Natalia Barnett? Initially assumed to be a 6-year-old Ukrainian

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 17, 2023
ID Announces Docuseries "The Curious Case Of Natalia Grace," The Story That Inspired 'Orphan'

ID Announces Docuseries “The Curious Case Of Natalia Grace,” The Story That Inspired ‘Orphan’

Odds are you’ve seen the 2009 horror film, Orphan. What if I was to tell you that it was based on a true story? Investigation Discovery announced today the new docuseries “The Curious Case of Natalia Grace,” which offers extraordinary access and exclusive insight into a mystery ripped straight from the headlines. Who is Natalia Barnett? Initially assumed to be a 6-year-old Ukrainian orphan with spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia, a rare bone growth disorder that can result in skeletal abnormalities as well as issues with hearing and vision, Natalia was adopted by Kristine and Michael Barnett in 2010. However, the happy family dynamic soured when allegations against Natalia were brought by the Barnetts, who alleged Natalia was an adult masquerading as a child with the intent to harm their family. In 2013, Natalia was discovered living on her own, which ignited an investigation that led to Michael and Kristine’s arrest and a firestorm of questions. This is an astonishing odyssey of deceit,

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 25, 2023
Watch 'Cocaine Bear' And The True Story Documentary Now On Peacock

Watch ‘Cocaine Bear’ And The True Story Documentary Now On Peacock

One of the most buzzed-about movies of the year, Cocaine Bear, is now rampaging on Peacock! Elizabeth Banks’ (“The Boys”) new insane film is out now on streaming services! The movie finds an oddball group of cops, criminals, tourists, and teens converging in a Georgia forest where a 500-pound predator has ingested a staggering amount of cocaine and gone on a coke-fueled rampage for more blow … and blood. Keri Russell, Ray Liotta, Alden Ehrenreich, O’Shea Jackson, and Jesse Tyler Ferguson star in this fun flick written by Jimmy Warden (The Babysitter: Killer Queen). Watch Cocaine Bear (review) now on Peacock, then watch their documentary, Cocaine Bear: The True Story, about the true story behind the movie.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 15, 2023
Watch 'Cocaine Bear' And The True Story Documentary Now On Peacock

Documentary ‘Cocaine Bear: The True Story’ Debuts On Peacock

Odds are, by now, you’ve seen the viral, insane movie Cocaine Bear. If you haven’t, we urge you to do so immediately (review). The true story that is at the heart of the movie will be explored in the new documentary, titled Cocaine Bear: The True Story, coming to Peacock today ahead of Cocaine Bear‘s arrival on the streaming service on Saturday (April 15th) The hour-long documentary delves into the bizarre events and tells the story of Drew Thornton, the infamous drug runner that caused the event. The documentary also features interviews, including one with the former sheriff, who was one of the first on the scene as well as the special agent whose team discovered the bear. In Cocaine Bear, “the movie finds an oddball group of cops, criminals, tourists, and teens converging in a Georgia forest where a 500-pound predator has ingested a staggering amount of cocaine and gone on a coke-fueled rampage for more blow … and

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 14, 2023
Scorsese's True Story Inspired 'Killer Of The Flower Moon' Premieres This Fall

Scorsese’s True Story Inspired ‘Killer Of The Flower Moon’ Premieres This Fall

David Grann’s best-selling book Killer of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI is about one of the most horrible crimes to ever happen on American soil. Now Martin Scorsese is bringing the story to the big screen. Titled Killers of the Flower Moon, the film is set to open in theaters this Fall. “In 1920s Oklahoma, the Osage Nation were the richest people per capita in the world after oil was discovered under their land. And then they were murdered, one by one. As the death toll rose, the newly created FBI took up the case and unraveled a chilling conspiracy and one of the most monstrous crimes in American history.” The all-star cast includes Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro, Jesse Plemons (Antlers), Lily Gladstone (Certain Women, Billions), and Brendan Fraser (The Whale). Eric Roth penned the film. Scorsese is producing alongside Imperative Entertainment’s Dan Friedkin and Bradley Thomas, Sikelia Productions’ Emma Tillinger

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 27, 2023
ID's True Crime Series "Very Scary People" Returns For A New Season (Trailer)

ID’s True Crime Series “Very Scary People” Returns For A New Season (Trailer)

“Very Scary People,” hosted and executive produced by Donnie Wahlberg, returns for a new season next month on its new home Investigation Discovery, the leading true crime network. Through in-depth interviews and incredible archival footage, each two-hour episode will offer unprecedented and comprehensive insight into not only the twisted crimes of these individuals but a glimpse into their background, possible motives, psyche, and the investigations that subsequently brought them all to justice. Featuring local authorities and journalists who investigated and covered the cases and interviews with those close to both the victims and the killers, each episode of “Very Scary People” will offer a comprehensive look into some of society’s most evil minds. The season premiere, “The Trailside Killer,” premieres on Sunday, April 16 at 9/8c on I.D. and focuses on serial killer David Carpenter. From 1979 to 1981, Carpenter terrorized Northern California’s typically tranquil hiking trails, shocking the quiet community surrounding them with his cold-blooded violence. He led local

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 25, 2023
'The Retaliators' Actress Starring In True Crime Inspired Movie 'Black Mass'

‘The Retaliators’ Actress Starring In True Crime Inspired Movie ‘Black Mass’

Sarah Nicklin, who starred in last year’s hit, the hard-rocking horror thriller The Retaliators, has now signed on to star in the 1970s crime thriller Black Mass, which marks the directorial debut of Devanny Pinn (Battle for Saipan). Nicklin joins the cast, which already includes Lew Temple (The Walking Dead), Jeremy London, Lisa Wilcox (A Nightmare on Elm Street 4 & 5), Andrew Sykes, Kathleen Kinmont (Halloween 4), and Michelle Romano (Escape From Ensenada). The film, currently in production in Los Angeles, is inspired by actual events in Florida during the winter of 1978 when a serial killer was stalking college girls. Black Mass, written by Eric Pereira and Brandon Slagle, is produced by Pinn’s Jaguar Motion Pictures and Roman Media for Cleopatra Entertainment. Executive producers include Brian Perera, Yvonne Perera, Brandon Slagle, Gigi Jankowski, and Miranda Mariposa. Tim Yasui is a co-producer, and Anjanette Miller and Susan Lanier are associate producers. Stein Entertainment Group represents Nicklin.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 24, 2023
Netflix's New Docuseries "Waco: American Apocalypse" Is Out Now

Netflix’s New Docuseries “Waco: American Apocalypse” Is Out Now

Netflix’s latest true crime docuseries, “Waco: American Apocalypse,” explores the infamous 51-day standoff between federal agents and a heavily armed religious group in 1993. The docuseries includes never-before-seen material from the battle between Texas law enforcement, the US military, and the religious cult, the Branch Davidians, led by David Koresh, which began on February 28, 1993, and tragically left 76 men, women, and children dead, as well as 4 ATF agents. The siege began when the ATF tried to serve the cult a search warrant after authorities gathered intel that the group was stockpiling illegal weapons. When the Bearua of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms tried to serve the warrant, all hell broke loose, and a firefight began. The docuseries, premiering TODAY (March 22) on Netflix, will explore the cult, how the siege unfolded, and the aftermath. “Waco: American Apocalypse” will also feature interviews with those involved and never before seen footage.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 22, 2023
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