There are countless films that are either “Based on a True Story” or “Inspired By a True Story,” and many people take everything seen on film as being fact. Unfortunately, that is not always the case, as many films take a lot of liberties with the actual events that occurred. Other times, a film won’t even mention its influences with a “Based on a True Story” tag. The list that follows looks at 10 killers that inspired some of the most terrifying films ever made. Enjoy!
Ivan Milat – Wolf Creek
The posters for Wolf Creek claimed that the film was inspired by a true story, but while Mick Garris isn’t an actual serial killer, Ivan Milat certainly is. Known as “The Backpack Killer,” Milat killed seven people from 1989-1993, five of which were international backpackers visiting Australia. Luckily, Milat was arrested in 1994 and has yet to be released.
