Real Horrors: True Stories Behind Scary Movies

Think your favorite scary movies are fiction? Think again.

In this spine-tingling Life in Jest episode, Long Island cousins and besties Selene Castrovilla and Pascale Laforest uncover the real events that inspired horror classics like A Nightmare on Elm Street, Carrie, and The Mothman Prophecies. From refugee nightmares and psychic teens to mysterious sightings in West Virginia, the truth is far stranger—and scarier—than Hollywood ever imagined.

Expect laughter, goosebumps, and deep thoughts as they uncover the real tragedies and human psychology behind these so-called “fictional” horrors — plus plenty of spontaneous tangents about swans, red vs white wine, and the darker side of human nature.

Perfect for fans of horror, pop culture, comedy, and smart-fun conversations from two New York women who find the truth hiding between laughs.

Mixing research with humor, heart, and a splash of chardonnay, Selene and Pascale prove that the most chilling stories start in real life.

🎙️ Listen, laugh, and maybe sleep with the lights on.

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