Ep 6. Deliverance

In season 4 episode 6 of CopyCat Killers, titled Deliverance, viewers uncover the devastating true story of a vicious murderer whose heinous crimes closely resembled an iconic scene from a popular movie.

The episode delves into the brutal and chilling case of a man who, inspired by the brutal attack in the movie Deliverance, went on to commit a heinous act of sexual assault against an innocent victim in the wilderness. The shocking attack mirrors the scene in the movie where a group of friends are ambushed by a group of strangers who sexually assault one of them.

Expert analysis and interviews with those involved in the investigation paint a chilling picture of the murderer, his motives, and his eventual capture by law enforcement agents. Viewers are taken on a journey through the killer's twisted mindset, which was greatly influenced by the disturbing events in Deliverance.

The episode also explores the societal impact of violent media, particularly movies and TV shows, and whether they can trigger violent behavior in vulnerable individuals. The murder’s fantastical and warped ideas of macho, manhood, and the belief that rape is just a physical expression of dominance may have been perpetuated in his mind via the film.

With expert testimonials from forensic psychologists, seasoned police officials, and legal experts, Deliverance is a haunting exploration of how an individual experience of a film can prompt devastating acts which can never be undone.