Aileen Wuornos grew up in Rochester, Michigan and seemed destined for a life of turmoil.
Aileen Wuornos grew up in Rochester, Michigan and seemed destined for a life of turmoil.
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Many of the most horrifying acts of violence are committed by serial killers. Always looking for next victim, these murderers kill again and again, never fully satisfied by their bloody deeds. Their twisted motivations—and even more twisted techniques—land the people in this group among the most frightening criminals in history.
Infamous Serial Killers
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Women have been known historically as the "gentler sex," but these ladies put that fallacy to rest once and for all. Their rage, desperation, or drive for vengeance has pushed them over the edge, landing them in the headlines for their deadly outbursts.
Women Gone Mad
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Truth is often more fascinating than fiction. Since the beginning of movies, actors have been portraying figures from history and bringing them to life on screen. Mastering the well-known mannerisms and characteristics of real world figures can be more challenging than portraying a fictional character. Enormous amounts of research and drastic physical transformations are not uncommon for actors wanting to properly inhabit their role on film. Whether playing a scheming Queen, a country singer, a temperamental boxer, or a pioneering writer, those performers who can accurately play the part often find Oscar gold as their reward. Here are the Academy Award-winning actors, and the larger-than-life people they portrayed.
Oscar-Winning Portrayals
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