Wait, that's not how it happened! Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we're counting down our picks for the most egregious crime movies that played fast and loose with historical fact. Our countdown includes scenes from movies "Pain & Gain", “Foxcatcher”, “Dog Day Afternoon” and more!
Welcome to Viralworld Magazine, and today we’re counting down our picks for the most egregious crime movies that played fast and loose with historical fact. Which inaccuracy set off your inner historian? Let us know in the comments!
#10: “The Irishman” (2019)
#7: “Foxcatcher” (2014) Shortly after leaving “The Office,” Steve Carell switched genres and became literally unrecognizable as murderer John du Pont. A philanthropist and wrestling enthusiast, du Pont ran Foxcatcher Farm and killed Olympic wrestler Dave Schultz in 1996. The film takes a few notable diversions from the real story, like changing how Schultz met du Pont and having him live in the farm’s guest house after moving to Pennsylvania. Furthermore, Dave and his brother Mark never actually lived together on Foxcatcher Farm. And speaking of Mark Schultz, he was none too pleased with how the film turned out, often posting unfavorable reactions online and criticizing the film’s depiction of him and his brother. #6: “Public Enemies” (2009)
#5: “Dog Day Afternoon” (1975)
#2: “Bonnie and Clyde” (1967) Arguably the most important crime film ever made, “Bonnie and Clyde” received ten Oscar nominations and shocked audiences with its groundbreaking depictions of graphic violence. Come for its importance in cinema history, not for its realistic depiction of the titular duo. Like their famous car, the film is absolutely riddled with holes. These aren’t just minor details, but major deviations that significantly alter both story and character. Bonnie and Clyde never sent photos to the media, and Frank Hamer did not have a personal vendetta against the duo. He hadn’t even met them before the famous execution. Speaking of that, Clyde never realized that they had been trapped, as he was killed instantly with a shot to the head.
#1: “Catch Me If You Can” (2002)
One of Spielberg’s more grounded films, “Catch Me If You Can” relays the literally unbelievable story of con man Frank Abagnale. The problem is that the story is based on Abagnale’s own self-written memoir, meaning we have to take his word as gospel. As it turns out, we were the victims of Abagnale’s greatest con. Doubts have been raised about the book’s veracity since 1978 when reporters debunked his claims of being a Louisiana prosecutor. But the biggest bombshell came in 2020 when journalist Alan Logan found evidence that contradicted most of Abagnale’s stories. His tall tales are either made up or wildly exaggerated, meaning the entire film is a work of pure fiction.
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