NewsBytes
    Hindi Tamil Telugu
    More
    In the news
    Narendra Modi
    Amit Shah
    Box Office Collection
    Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
    OTT releases
    Hindi Tamil Telugu
    NewsBytes
    User Placeholder

    Hi,

    Logout

    India
    Business
    World
    Politics
    Sports
    Technology
    Entertainment
    Auto
    Lifestyle
    Inspirational
    Career
    Bengaluru
    Delhi
    Mumbai

    Download Android App

    Follow us on
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Linkedin
    Home / News / Entertainment News / The chilling real-life story that inspired Netflix's 'The Deliverance'
    Summarize
    Next Article
    The chilling real-life story that inspired Netflix's 'The Deliverance'
    Real-life horror story has inspired the Netflix film 'The Deliverance'

    The chilling real-life story that inspired Netflix's 'The Deliverance'

    By Isha Sharma
    Sep 01, 2024
    02:00 am

    What's the story

    Netflix's new horror film, The Deliverance, is not just a work of fiction and is actually based on a terrifying real-life incident that allegedly took place in 2011.

    Directed by Lee Daniels, it draws inspiration from the 2014 Indianapolis Star article titled The Exorcisms of Latoya Ammons.

    This spine-chilling account, penned by Marisa Kwiatkowski, narrates the horrifying experiences of Ammons and her family who claimed to be tormented by demonic entities after moving into a rented house in Gary, Indiana.

    Haunting

    The 'Demon house' and its eerie occurrences

    The house that Ammons and her family moved into came to be known as the "Demon House" due to the series of inexplicable incidents that occurred there.

    The family reported being plagued by swarms of indestructible black flies, despite the cold weather.

    They also claimed to hear unexplained footsteps in the basement.

    Ammons's mother, Rosa Campbell, even reported seeing a "shadowy figure" pacing in their living room.

    Possession

    Ammons's children were allegedly possessed by demons

    The horror escalated when Ammons claimed to witness her 12-year-old daughter levitating above her bed!

    She also alleged that all three of her kids were possessed by demons, which distorted their faces and changed their voices.

    Both her seven and nine-year-old sons were hospitalized, following which the nine-year-old reportedly walked backward up a wall to the ceiling!

    This terrifying claim was later reportedly corroborated by a nurse and a representative of the Indiana Department of Child Services.

    Intervention

    Children taken into custody; family sought priest's help

    The Department of Child Services took all three children into their custody the following day, despite not having a court order.

    Medical examinations of Ammons and her children failed to provide any explanation for their actions while allegedly "possessed."

    A psychiatrist described Ammons as being of "sound mind."

    Eventually, Ammons sought help from Reverend Michael Maginot, a priest from Merrillville.

    Aftermath

    Ammons regained custody; family moves to Indianapolis

    In November 2012, half a year after her children were taken away, Ammons regained custody and the family moved to Indianapolis.

    She told the Indianapolis Star that they now live "without fear."

    The "Demon House" was later purchased by paranormal investigator Zak Bagans for $35,000 after the publication of the Indianapolis Star article.

    He filmed a documentary about the events titled "Demon House" and had the building demolished in 2016.

    Film adaptation

    'The Deliverance' mirrors real-life events with minor changes

    The Deliverance mirrors these real-life events, with minor modifications.

    The film relocates the house to Pittsburgh and portrays the grandmother as a white character, played by Glenn Close, despite Campbell being Black.

    In the movie, the role of the priest is played by Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor.

    The movie also stars Andra Day, Tasha Smith, and Caleb McLaughlin.

    Facebook
    Whatsapp
    Twitter
    Linkedin
    Related News
    Latest
    Netflix
    OTT releases
    Hollywood

    Latest

    Harvey Weinstein used Gwyneth Paltrow-Penelope Cruz's names during assault: Testimony Gwyneth Paltrow
    Microsoft bans employees from using DeepSeek AI: Here's why China
    BSF foils major infiltration bid in J&K, kills 7 terrorists Border Security Force (BSF)
    Pakistan government's X account hacked; begs loans from international partners   Jammu And Kashmir

    Netflix

    Before S4, everything to remember from 'Emily in Paris' S3 OTT releases
    'Emily in Paris,' 'Jackpot!': Binge-worthy Hollywood picks for I-Day weekend Halle Berry
    Anna Kendrick's 'Woman of the Hour'—Cast, real-life inspiration, release details Rotten Tomatoes
    Where will 'Khel Khel Mein' stream? We have the answer Akshay Kumar

    OTT releases

    First look: Netflix's 'One Piece' remake reveals stunning concept art Netflix
    'Squid Game' S2 teaser: Meet new batch of deadly players Netflix
    OTT: When, where to watch 'IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack' Anubhav Sinha
    Sajid Nadiadwala to enter OTT space with ₹100cr investment: Report Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment

    Hollywood

    'Kill Bill's Michael Madsen arrested for domestic violence: Case explained Celebrity
    Assistant found Matthew Perry unconscious twice before fatal ketamine overdose Matthew Perry
    Johnny Depp's directorial 'Modi' to premiere at San Sebastian Festival Al Pacino
    What's Jennifer Lopez seeking in her divorce from Ben Affleck Ben Affleck
    Indian Premier League (IPL) Celebrity Hollywood Bollywood UEFA Champions League Tennis Football Smartphones Cryptocurrency Upcoming Movies Premier League Cricket News Latest automobiles Latest Cars Upcoming Cars Latest Bikes Upcoming Tablets
    About Us Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Contact Us Ethical Conduct Grievance Redressal News News Archive Topics Archive Download DevBytes Find Cricket Statistics
    Follow us on
    Facebook Twitter Linkedin
    All rights reserved © NewsBytes 2025