Sinister

Season 03 : The American Southwest Episode 02 : Gila River Relocation Center : Gila River, AZ When you think of concentration camps, your mind likely goes automatically to the horrors enacted by Nazi Germany during World War II. One place it almost certainly doesn’t go however is to the Allies during that same time period. When a war happens, we generally have a clear picture in our minds of who a...

Season 03 : The American Southwest Minisode : Grand Canyon Air Collision : Grand Canyon, AZ In the 1950s, air travel was a thriving business in America, which was going through an economic boom with a significant swell of the middle class. Today, flying is considered the safest mode of transport thanks to modern planes with all the bells and whistles and advanced radar and traffic control systems....

Season 03 : The American Southwest Episode 01 : The Fenn Treasure : Sante Fe, NM The allure of treasure hunts never fails to ensnare the masses, casting a bewitching spell upon their souls. For who can resist the tantalizing prospect of unearthing a clandestine trove, capable of irrevocably altering one's destiny? The truth behind such quests proves far grimmer, stripping away the veneer of fairy...

Season 02 : The Deep South Minisode : Big Bayou Canot : Mobile, AL Trains are a great means of transportation to go long distances. They can be faster and cheaper than cars and mass transportation is better for the environment. You can sit back, read a book, get some work done, or even nap as the train gets you to your destination. As the train chugs along, across millions of miles of track that h...

Season 02 : The Deep South Episode 12 : Mississippi Burning : Neshoba County, MS Rights are something that everybody deserves. No matter who you are or what color your skin is, you should have the same rights as the people around you. In times when that isn’t the case, you may want to fight to help the marginalized gain their rights, even if you yourself are part of the group that already has them...

Season 02 : The Deep South Minisode : Spontaneous Combustion : AL & FL Most of us feel safe in our own homes. It’s our sanctuary away from the outside world. When there are problems taking place outside, you can always go home and relax in the refuge of your own home. You can even lock your door, especially at night to keep whatever’s creeping around outside in the darkness from entering your...

Season 02 : The Deep South Episode 11 : The Phantom Barber : Pascagoula, MS Certain crimes possess a readily identifiable motive, such as seeking revenge or pursuing financial, sexual, or opportunistic gains. However, occasionally, a crime emerges that is exceedingly eerie, seemingly devoid of any logical explanation or purpose. In these perplexing cases, devoid of any discernible logic, the chill...

Season 02 : The Deep South Minisode : Hodges Meteorite : Sylacauga, AL Outer space is a cold dark place that is a mystery to most people. What’s out there and will it ever make its way to Earth? When something does break through the atmosphere and rocket towards the planet at hundreds of miles an hours, it’s not often that people even see it let alone are touched by it. Most extraterrestrial objec...

Season 02 : The Deep South Episode 10 : Bombingham : Birmingham, AL People going about their daily lives engage in a variety of activities that provide structure, purpose, and fulfillment. These activities can range from the mundane, such as waking up early, commuting to work or school, and completing household chores, to the more meaningful, such as spending time with loved ones, pursuing hobbies...

Season 02 : The Deep South Episode 09 : Murderous Mary : Kingsport, TN Working with animals can be both fulfilling and challenging, but it's crucial to remember that even the most well-trained creatures can react unpredictably if they feel threatened or provoked. It's important to approach animals with respect, caution, and patience, taking the time to learn about their natural behavior and warnin...

Season 02 : The Deep South Minisode : The Cursed Pillar : Augusta, GA An inanimate object is something that you may interact with on a daily basis, but it doesn’t interact back with you. It just sits there as the day passes by and people come and go, usually being completely ignored. Some inanimate objects get more attention than others, like a telephone or an office chair. Those objects are const...

Season 02 : The Deep South Episode 08 : Black Wall Street : Tulsa, OK The city can be described as a concrete jungle, where towering skyscrapers represent the trees and the bustling crowds of people below resemble the animals that inhabit a real jungle. The city is a hub of activity, with businesses and communities flourishing through commerce. It's a place where people come to chase their dreams,...

Season 02 : The Deep South Minisode : Microburst : Kenner, LA Airplanes have become one of the most common methods of travel, especially for long distances. They are in fact the safest means of travel with approximately 10 million people taking a commercial flight every day. Gone are the days of a week-long train ride. Now we can board a plane in Los Angeles and be in New York City in a mere 6 hou...

Season 02 : The Deep South Episode 07 : The White House : Marianna, FL Schools are typically perceived as a sanctuary for young minds to flourish and prepare for adulthood. Children devote their time and effort to learning, hoping to become the best version of themselves. The responsibility of guiding and nurturing their growth lies with the faculty, who are entrusted to act in the best interests...

Season 02 : The Deep South Episode 06 : Tuskegee Syphilis Study : Macon County, AL Medical studies are often hailed as a boon to humanity, shedding light on the intricacies of the human body and mind. Sleep studies delve into the mysterious realm of slumber, unraveling the enigmatic workings of the brain during rest. Drug studies promise to unlock the secrets of cutting-edge treatments, exposing t...

Season 02 : Deep South Episode 05 : Rosewood People have attachments to the places they live. Some people have lived in the same places their entire lives and that community is all they know. Others have moved around but have a longing to return to the community where they grew up. Our communities are places that comfort us through familiarity and family. Sometimes though, the community becomes a...

Season 02 : Deep South Episode 04 : UpStairs Lounge : New Orleans, LA People go out to a nightclub to have fun. To dance the night away to the thumping music. Have some drinks and just cut loose with friends. Nightclubs become regular meeting places where groups socialize and decompress after work and to celebrate. Many of these places become a community where people feel safe opening up and being...

Season 02 : Deep South Minisode : Oscarville : Lake Lanier, GA Who doesn’t love a relaxing day at the lake? On a hot summer day it is the perfect place to cool off. Or perhaps to drift along in a boat with your fishing pole. With the sounds of children splashing and the smell of BBQ in the air, a day at the lake is something we are all familiar with and look forward to. There is hardly anyone who...

Season 02 : Deep South Episode 03 : Habitation Haydel : Wallace, LA Plantations in the deep south during the period before the civil war were massive and complex operations. They were the mega corporations of the times. They specialized in specific cash crops such as cotton, tobacco and sugar cane. They also had a tremendous need for labor, and at this time in American history, that meant slave la...

Season 02 : Deep South Minisode : University Greys : Oxford, MS Universities are places of education where we send our young to learn a career and have an experience that will help form their identity as they enter adulthood. Universities have, for generations, prepared young people for the future and to expand their world. Sometimes though, the world teaches you just how violent it can be. Check...

Season 02 : Deep South Episode 02 : 83 Hours : Decatur, GA Motels are an iconic part of the American landscape. The idea was to create a drive-up friendly hotel for people on road trips to quickly stop for the night and then continue on their way. They are often charming and quirky places that are affordable for weary travelers or people on vacation who like the laid back atmosphere. Who doesn’t l...

Season 02 : Deep South Minisode : A Curse or a Warning : Frenier, LA Funerals are held to honor our loved ones after they have passed away. They are solemn occasions where we share the memories of the people who were part of our lives and celebrate the life that they had. Most people go to a funeral in order to bring some sense of closure to their life after a loss. Sometimes though, the funeral m...

Season 02 : Deep South Episode 01 : Mississippi Appendectomy : Montgomery County, MS We go to the doctor to be treated for our physical maladies. We have a pain or a lump and the doctor knows how to evaluate our symptoms and ease our suffering . When our doctor recommends a course of treatment for a medical condition, we trust that they have our best interest in mind, wanting nothing more than to...

Season 01 : Pacific Northwest Minisode : Fu-Go : Bly, WA A picnic is a simple way to get outside and enjoy the environment. You lay down a blanket and have a meal with your friends and family at your favorite outdoor location. You can have a picnic at a park or at the beach. You can have one in the mountains or the forest. Possibly the most universal symbol of peace and friendship, eating together...

Season 01 : Pacific Northwest Minisode : Smallpox Bay : San Juan Island, WA A bay is a wide inlet of water where the land curves inward. There are bays all over the world that attract people for their clear water and beautiful scenery. People like to hang out on the beach and enjoy a relaxing day playing in the water without a care in the world. Sometimes though, the bay hides a dark history. Chec...