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In this episode of The Room Went Dark , Amalie & Lorraine dive into one of the greatest crime films ever made: Goodfellas. Based on the true story of mob associate Henry Hill and adapted from Wise guy. Goodfellas offers a brutally honest look at life inside the American Mafia. We explore how director Martin Scorsese transformed real events into cinematic history, and how closely the film follo...

In this episode of The Room Went Dark , Amalie & Lorraine examine The Crash , Netflix's controversial true-crime documentary about the 2022 Ohio case involving Mackenzie Shirilla, who was convicted of murder after driving a car into a building at approximately 100 mph, killing her boyfriend Dominic Russo and his friend Davion Flanagan. The documentary revisits the evidence, trial, and aftermat...

In this episode of The Room Went Dark, Amalie & Lorraine dive into Annabelle (2014), the supernatural horror film that expanded The Conjuring universe and introduced audiences to one of modern horror's most recognisable cursed dolls. We discuss the film's origins, story, scares, performances, and its place within the larger franchise. This is the true story behind Annabelle Episode Highlights...

In this episode of T he Room Went Dark, Amalie & Lorraine examine the enduring appeal and controversy of Dirty Harry, the film that introduced audiences to Harry Callahan and helped define the modern cinematic vigilante. "Before he became the Scorpio Killer on screen, he was America's most feared unidentified murderer. We uncover how the Zodiac Killer inspired one of cinema's greatest crime th...

In this episode of The Room Went Dark, Amalie & Lorraine dive into The Exorcist (1973), the groundbreaking horror film that redefined the genre and terrified audiences around the world. We explore the real-life inspiration behind the story, the creation of William Peter Blatty's bestselling novel, and the extraordinary series of accidents, setbacks, and strange events that led many to label th...

In this episode of The Room Went Dark , Amalie & Lorraine discuss the 2019 crime based drama on the life and crimes of serial killer Ted Bundy, told largely through the perspective of his longtime partner, Elizabeth Kendall, played by Lily Collins. Directed by Joe Berlinger and starring Zac Efron as Ted Bundy, the film sparked debate over media fascination with true crime, charisma, and the et...

This week on The Room Went Dark, Amalie and Lorraine discuss the disturbing Netflix true-crime documentary Fred and Rose West: A British Horror Story , a three-part series revisiting one of the most horrifying criminal cases in British history. Who were Fred and Rose West? Using newly uncovered police recordings, archive footage, and interviews with investigators and victims’ families, the documen...

In this episode of The Room Went Dark, Amalie & Lorraine dive into the bizarre, viral, and ultimately tragic story of Kai, the “Hatchet-Wielding Hitchhiker.” What began as a moment of internet fame quickly spiraled into a complex narrative involving media sensationalism, mental health, and the dark side of sudden celebrity. "A viral hero, a media sensation, and a murder conviction. We explore...

In this episode of The Room Went Dark Amalie & Lorraine take a deep dive into The Good Nurse , the chilling true-crime drama that brings one of the most disturbing medical serial killer cases to the screen. We explore how the film portrays the real-life crimes of Charles Cullen, a nurse who is believed to have murdered dozens, possibly hundred, of patients over a 16-year period. "Trusted by pa...

In this episode of The Room Went Dark, Amalie and Lorraine break down the chilling horror film The Utah Cabin Murders , a low-budget thriller inspired by a real-life tragedy. What begins as a peaceful family getaway in a remote cabin quickly spirals into a brutal home invasion—and a desperate fight for survival. We explore the film’s story, its real-world inspiration, and whether it succeeds as a...

In this episode of The Room Went Dark, Amalie & Lorraine explore the chilling true story behind The Devil on Trial, a documentary that examines one of the most controversial legal cases in U.S. history—when demonic possession was used as a defence in court. We unpack the case of Arne Cheyenne Johnson, whose trial became known as the “Devil Made Me Do It” case. With ties to paranormal investiga...

In this episode of The Room Went Dark Amalie & Lorraine dive into the chilling true story behind Richard Ramirez, the man known as the Night Stalker. Through the lens of the Netflix documentary, we explore how fear gripped Los Angeles in the mid-1980s as a series of brutal, seemingly random attacks left a city on edge. We unpack the investigative breakthroughs, the psychological profile of Ram...

On tonight’s episode of The Room Went Dark, Amalie and Lorraine step into one of the most chilling psychological thrillers ever made — The Silence of the Lambs. But this isn’t just a movie breakdown. We dig into the disturbing real-life influences behind the story — including serial killer Gary Heidnik, whose crimes helped shape one of horror’s most terrifying villains. Buffalo Bill wasn’t based o...

The horror movie that changed everything… was inspired by a real killer. In this episode of The Room Went Dark , Amalie and Lorraine revisit the we dive into Scream (1996) the iconic slasher that made audiences question every scary movie rule and uncover the chilling truth behind it. From Ghostface’s terrifying phone calls to the shocking twists, we break down what makes Scream unforgettable. But...

In this episode of The Room Went Dark , Amalie and Lorraine revisit the 1995 psychological thriller Copycat, directed by Jon Amiel. The film stars Sigourney Weaver as criminal psychologist Dr. Helen Hudson and Holly Hunter as detective M.J. Monahan, who team up to track down a serial killer imitating famous murderers from history. Topics Covered Plot breakdown and major twists Performances from Si...

In this episode of The Room Went Dark , Amalie and Lorraine unpack Woman of the Hour, the chilling directorial debut of Anna Kendrick, and explore the true story behind one of America’s most disturbing serial predators, Rodney Alcala. Set in 1970s Los Angeles, the film dramatises the surreal and horrifying true story of a young actress who appears on The Dating Game — unknowingly choosing a charmi...

Is The Conjuring (2013) really based on a true story? And were Ed and Lorraine Warren real paranormal investigators? In this episode of The Room Went Dark , Amalie and Lorraine examine the real-life case behind one of the most successful horror films of the 21st century. We explore the Perron family’s claims of supernatural activity in their Rhode Island farmhouse and investigate the role of Ed an...

Hello and welcome to The Room Went Dark . A few episodes in, we thought it was time for a bonus episode to properly introduce ourselves and share why we started this podcast. We’ll talk about our love of true crime films, documentaries based on real events, and the fascination with how Hollywood tells these stories. What drew us to examining the accuracy of movies based on true stories? And why do...

In Part 2 of this two-part series (Ed Gein) of The Room Went Dark, Amalie and Lorraine examine how Tobe Hooper’s The Texas Chainsaw Massacre was inspired by one of America’s most infamous killers. "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre terrified audiences with its chainsaw-wielding killer, Leatherface. But was it really based on a true story? In this episode, we investigate the crimes of Ed Gein, the Wisco...

In Part 1 of this two-part series of The Room Went Dark, Amalie and Lorraine explore the disturbing real-life story of Ed Gein and how it inspired Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho (1960). "Psycho introduced the world to Norman Bates, one of cinema's most iconic killers. But few realise that the character was partly inspired by the shocking crimes of Ed Gein. In this episode, we uncover the real story beh...

In this episode of The Room Went Dark , Amalie and Lorraine examine how Hollywood portrayed one of America’s most notorious female serial killers, Aileen Wuornos. "Monster tells the tragic and controversial story of Aileen Wuornos, one of America's most infamous female serial killers. We examine the real crimes behind the film, explore Wuornos' troubled life, analyse the movie's portrayal of event...

Welcome to The Room Went Dark: The True Crime in Film. Each week, Amalie and Lorraine explore films, TV series, and documentaries based on real events. From notorious serial killers to infamous criminal cases and paranormal investigations, we examine how Hollywood tells these stories — and whether it gets them right. How accurate are movies based on true stories? What details are changed for drama...