Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story – the infamous murders behind Netflix's No 1 show
More than 130 years after Andrew and Abby Borden were found brutally murdered in their Massachusetts home, nobody knows for certain who killed them. Their daughter Lizzie Borden was charged with both murders and put on trial in a case that became a US national sensation. She was acquitted in 1893, but suspicion followed her for the rest of her life – and well beyond it. Now her story is being…
More than a century after the brutal murders of Andrew and Abby Borden shook Fall River, Massachusetts, the story of Lizzie Borden continues to captivate audiences. In Netflix's highly acclaimed series, Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story, Ella Beatty takes on the role of the accused, breathing new life into a case that has endured for over a century.
Born in 1860 to Andrew and Sarah Borden, Lizzie grew up under the care of her mother, who passed away when she was still a child. After Andrew remarried Abby Durfee Gray, the family's fortunes grew, but the household remained a contentious place, with tensions between Lizzie and her stepmother simmering beneath the surface. On August 4, 1892, the Borden household became the site of one of America's most infamous crimes.
The story unfolds as Lizzie's stepmother is found dead, suffering 19 devastating blows from a hatchet, before Andrew, returning home from a business trip, meets his own grisly fate. Lizzie herself claims to have been in the barn when the murders occurred, yet her shifting accounts and peculiar behavior raise suspicions among the local authorities.
As the investigation unfolds, Lizzie's alibis falter, and a crucial piece of evidence - prussic acid - emerges, linking her to the crime scene. Despite the lack of definitive proof, Lizzie stands accused, charged and tried in a case that would become a national sensation. Despite being acquitted, the shadow of suspicion would haunt Lizzie for the rest of her life.
The series expertly weaves historical facts with creative storytelling, painting a vivid picture of a woman caught in a web of circumstance and accusation. Lizzie's trials and tribulations, along with the complex dynamics of her family, are brought to life through a talented ensemble cast, making for an engrossing and thought-provoking viewing experience.
Despite the lack of a concrete verdict, Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story offers a compelling exploration of a case that has fascinated generations, providing a fresh perspective on this enduring mystery.
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