
Devil's Knot
They say the crimes were satanic. The truth may be scarier.
Directed by Atom Egoyan
Produced by Worldview Entertainment
A grim, legally-focused true-crime drama about wrongful conviction and moral ambiguity in a small Arkansas town gripped by satanic panic.
The savage murders of three young children sparks a controversial trial of three teenagers accused of killing the kids as part of a satanic ritual.
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Is Devil's Knot sad? Yes. More sad than 88% of films.
Is Devil's Knot scary? Yes. More frightening than 87% of films.
Is Devil's Knot easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 86% of films.
Is Devil's Knot violent? Yes. More violent than 80% of films.
Does Devil's Knot end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.
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