1. Hounds of Love (2016)
Inspired by: The Moorhouse murders
One more Australian horror to round out the list. 2016’s Hounds of Love is another lesser known horror film also afforded some critical acclaim, and it too is based on a true story.
Hounds of Love follows teenager Vicki Maloney as she is abducted by a deranged suburban couple intent on killing her. The couple from the film is actually based on Catherine and David Birnie, the perpetrators of what came to be known as the Moorhouse murders.
The Birnies tortured and murdered at least four women in their house in the ’80s, and attempted to murder a fifth. Their intended fifth victim, Kate Moir, was able to escape their home and alert the authorities. She was able to give such a detailed account of her abduction and assault, as well as having hidden a drawing in the house as proof of her presence there, which ultimately led to the Birnies’ arrest and conviction.
While Hounds of Love draws similarities to a number of real life cases, the story ultimately marries best with the Moorhouse murders – especially the part where the intelligent young victim is able to get away from her captors.
And that’s the list. Yes, there are dozens more that could have been included, but honestly, these things take time to write – so why not drop your favorite real-life inspirations for horror movies below in the comments?
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