Sometimes, the beautiful ones are the most terrifying — History is full of unpleasant characters, and most of the time, such characters are male, rather than female. However, there are still plenty of women who have gone down in history thanks to their sadistic and disturbing crimes. As well as being evil, the three women discussed in this article…

The female Nazis were particularly scary — If you were asked to make a list of the worst dictators of all time, Adolf Hitler is probably the first name you’d write down. This is understandable given Hitler’s pivotal role as the leader of the Nazi Party. However, it’s also important to remember Nazi Germany was more than…

I think it’s time we left the Titanic alone — It’s strange how human beings are the most intelligent species on the planet, yet we still make so many dumb decisions on a regular basis. Some of these decisions are silly and unremarkable, but others can be fatal. Indeed, the four individuals discussed in this article brought about their own…

It’s scary what people can get away with — We all encounter unsolved mysteries throughout our day-to-day lives. A supposed friend might turn hostile without warning, or a treasured possession may suddenly vanish, disappearing without a trace. But such mysteries look tame when compared to some of the darkest mysteries of the past. From suspicious disappearances to ambiguous deaths…

The dark side of attraction — Let’s start with the definition: Hybristophilia is the sexual interest in and attraction to those who commit crimes. It’s a creepy phenomenon, and it tends to apply to women, not men. Granted, it’s a very tiny percentage of women, but it’s still strange how much of a gender imbalance there…

Their lives changed forever — For many people, the lure of celebrity culture is irresistible. Being loved and admired by the public and having plenty of money to go along with it seems like a great way to live your life. The trouble is that even if you can obtain some kind of celebrity status…

The dark side of the rainbow — Making a film is always going to be tough. It’s expensive, time-consuming, and potentially dangerous. The Wizard of Oz (1939) was no exception. In fact, there were a fair number of problems that occurred during the making of the film. Whilst nobody suffered any long-lasting injuries, several performers experienced painful…

They were pushed to their limits — Creating something from scratch is often stressful and laborious. The film industry is no exception, and over the years, there have been plenty of stories about actors and film crews going through grueling production cycles for months on end. More specifically, there have also been instances when acclaimed film directors…

Suicide, manslaughter, or murder? — The Classic Hollywood era continues to intrigue history enthusiasts and film nerds, charming us with nostalgic stories and behind-the-scenes glamour. But beneath the polished exterior, Hollywood has always had a dark underbelly. Sex scandals, financial corruption, and vengeful murders have been a consistent part of the Hollywood film industry since…