Accused: The Hampstead Paedophile Hoax

Two children accused parents and teachers of leading a paedophilic satanic cult, supposedly headquartered in secret rooms on the school premises. The story was not true. But once the fire was lit, it was hard to put out. Emily Turner’s film considers the real-world impact of an outrageous online conspiracy theory, exploring the importance of truth and the cost of lies.

Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
67 mins
Status
Finished
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Type
Movie
Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
67 mins
Status
Finished
Start Date
Mar 11, 2024
Season
2024
Average Score
55%
Mean Score
55%
Ratings
4
Popularity
4
Favorites
0
Reviews
0
Producers
Story Films, Channel 4 Television
Genres
Documentary, Crime
Country
GB

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Two children accused parents and teachers of leading a paedophilic satanic cult, supposedly headquartered in secret rooms on the school premises. The story was not true. But once the fire was lit, it was hard to put out. Emily Turner’s film considers the real-world impact of an outrageous online conspiracy theory, exploring the importance of truth and the cost of lies.

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Japanese

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