Behind the Screenplay
Lights, camera, action! We're pulling back the curtain on Hollywood's most captivating stories. Our mission? To uncover the real-life events that inspired your favorite films. From covert CIA operations to viral Twitter threads, we dive deep into the truth behind the scripts, separating fact from cinematic fiction.
Healing After Horror: The Windermere Children's Journey to Recovery
Explore the real story of the Windermere Children, 300 young Holocaust survivors who found healing in England's Lake District in 1945. Discover how this remarkable journey of recovery inspired a poignant film.
Unlikely Allies: The True Story of Miners and LGBT Activists in 'Pride'
Discover the true story behind the film 'Pride'. Explore how Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners (LGSM) formed an unlikely alliance with striking miners in 1984, changing LGBT rights in the UK and inspiring a heartwarming movie.
When Psychology Goes Wrong: The Actual Stanford Prison Experiment
Explore the reality of the Stanford Prison Experiment, beyond its portrayal in films. Uncover the ethical concerns and methodological flaws of Philip Zimbardo's infamous 1971 study that changed psychological research forever.
Milgram's Shock Experiments: The Controversial Reality Behind 'Experimenter'
Uncover the controversial reality of Stanley Milgram's obedience experiments that inspired the film 'Experimenter'. Explore how these 1960s Yale studies on authority and obedience shocked the world and changed psychology forever.
Making 'The Room': The True Story Behind 'The Disaster Artist'
Discover the bizarre true story behind Tommy Wiseau's cult film 'The Room' that inspired 'The Disaster Artist'. Explore how this "worst movie ever" became a Hollywood legend and spawned a star-studded biopic.
After Stalin: The Real Power Struggle That Inspired 'The Death of Stalin'
Uncover the true events that inspired 'The Death of Stalin'. Explore the intense power struggle in the Soviet Union after Stalin's 1953 death, revealing the real political turmoil and dark humor behind the Kremlin's tumultuous transition.
Literary Forgery: Lee Israel's Real-Life Deceptions
Discover the real story of Lee Israel, the biographer turned con artist who inspired 'Can You Ever Forgive Me?'. Explore how she forged 400 letters from famous authors, becoming one of history's most prolific literary forgers.
Van Gogh's Final Days: The Real Mystery Behind 'Loving Vincent'
Explore the real mystery of Vincent van Gogh's final days that inspired 'Loving Vincent'. Uncover the facts and theories surrounding the legendary artist's tragic end, separating truth from myth in this compelling art history investigation.
The Farewell: A Family's True Struggle with Cultural Expectations
Discover the true story behind Lulu Wang's 'The Farewell'. Explore how Wang's real-life family experience inspired this poignant tale of cultural clash, family secrets, and navigating tradition in a modern world.
AlmodΓ³var Exposed: The True Inspirations Behind 'Pain and Glory'
Explore the real-life inspirations behind Pedro AlmodΓ³var's 'Pain and Glory'. Discover how the acclaimed Spanish director's personal experiences shaped this semi-autobiographical film, blending fact and fiction in a poignant exploration of creativity and aging.
High Stakes: Molly Bloom's True Poker Empire
Uncover the real story of Molly Bloom, the Olympic skier turned poker princess. Explore how she built a high-stakes gambling empire catering to celebrities and tycoons, inspiring the film 'Molly's Game'.
Unearthing History: The Real Dig at Sutton Hoo
Explore the real events behind 'The Dig' movie. Uncover how the 1939 Sutton Hoo excavation revealed priceless Anglo-Saxon treasures, revolutionizing our understanding of early English history.
Soaring Against Odds: The Real Eddie 'The Eagle' Edwards
Discover the real story of Eddie 'The Eagle' Edwards, Britain's improbable ski jumping hero. Learn how this unlikely Olympian captured hearts worldwide at the 1988 Calgary Games, despite finishing last in his events.
The Real Ed Wood: Hollywood's 'Worst' Director Unmasked
Discover the real Ed Wood, Hollywood's infamous 'worst director'. Explore the true legacy of this cult icon, whose low-budget B-movies continue to captivate audiences decades later, beyond Tim Burton's biopic portrayal.
Elizabeth I: The Virgin Queen's Early Years
Uncover the real early life of Elizabeth I, England's Virgin Queen. Explore how her tumultuous childhood, marked by her mother's execution and disinheritance, shaped the future of one of England's most influential monarchs.
Formula 1 Rivalry: The True Story of Hunt vs. Lauda
Explore the true story of James Hunt and Niki Lauda's legendary Formula 1 rivalry that inspired 'Rush'. Discover the intense competition and dramatic 1976 season that defined one of racing's most captivating duels.
Locked-In: Jean-Dominique Bauby's Real Struggle and Triumph
Discover the incredible true story of Jean-Dominique Bauby, who wrote 'The Diving Bell and the Butterfly' using only his left eyelid. Explore his journey of resilience and communication after being paralyzed by locked-in syndrome.
Capote's Cold Blood: The Author's Obsession with the Clutter Murders
Explore the real events that inspired Truman Capote's "In Cold Blood". Discover how Capote's obsession with the 1959 Clutter family murders in Kansas revolutionized true crime literature and blurred the lines between fact and fiction.
Raging Bull: The True Story of Jake LaMotta
Discover the true story of Jake LaMotta, the boxer who inspired 'Raging Bull'. Explore his journey from middleweight champion to the subject of Scorsese's iconic film, revealing the man behind the legendary "Bronx Bull".
The Real Goodfellas: Henry Hill's Life in the Mob
Uncover the true story of Henry Hill, the mobster who inspired 'Goodfellas'. Explore his three-decade journey from teenage mafia associate to FBI informant, revealing the real events behind Scorsese's iconic gangster film.