Maggie Moore(s) has upset the real families behind the tragedies.
Protagonist John Hamm and Tina Feythe film is described as a “black comedy” where the police chief begins to unravel a small town’s web of lies while investigating the strange murders of two women with the same name.
The film is loosely based on the actual murders Mary Lou Morris and Mary McGinnis Morrisand their daughters weren’t too happy about the movie.
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Marilyn Blalock and Kathryn Morriswho are the daughters of the Marys, spoke Entertainment Weekly about worrying about the film and revealed that they knew nothing about the film before the trailer, which was released on, of all days, Mother’s Day.
“Mother’s Day is a very difficult time anyway,” Marilyn shared with the outlet. “To say it was bad timing is an understatement. It is very unpleasant because we still live with it. These women are a staple in our lives. That was my mother.”
He then added that he was shocked to see the trailer at first.
“I found it absolutely incredible. Because that’s the worst thing that’s ever happened to me — and then to find out it was being done in a comical format was really hurtful. Knowing that people are going to laugh about it is a sick feeling.”
Following this, Katherine confirmed that there was a conference call between the filmmakers, herself and Marilyn to shed new light on their mothers’ murders, which are still unsolved.
“While I can’t say that all my fears have been allayed, I hope that, with their help, the real-life cases that inspired the film will get the attention they deserve,” he said.
Marilyn he added that it’s not the first time their mothers’ murders have been in the spotlight, but “it’s one thing to hear someone talk about it, it’s another to see it played out on a big screen. Knowing that the most tragic event in my life will be something that people laugh about makes me sad.”
In a response to the families, the filmmakers released a statement on the matter.
“Although our story is fictional, it is partially inspired by a true crime that occurred in October 2000. Two women, both named Mary Morris, were murdered within 72 hours of each other in Houston, Texas.” , shared with EW. “These murders remain unsolved. The filmmakers have been in contact with the families of the victims, and they are asking anyone who believes they have information that could shed light on this case to contact Harris County Sheriff’s Homicide Detective Jeff Thomas (Jeff.Thomas@ hctx.clear). They can also call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.”
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