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Angel of Death: The Story of Beverly Allitt
A disturbing docu-drama re-telling the story of the horrific case of Beverley Allitt, a children's nurse, accused in 1991 of killing four children in her care and harming nine others over a short period of just 59 days. The judge gave her a sentence of 30 years imprisonment, one of the longest sentences given to a woman in this country - exceeded only by those of Rosemary West and Myra Hindley. In the role of Allitt herself, giving an excellently controlled performance, is former "EastEnders" actress Charlie Brooks.
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Plot Summary
This drama-television film chronicles the horrifying case of Beverly Allitt, a pediatric nurse who murdered four children and attempted to kill three others in 1991. The film explores the escalating series of inexplicable infant deaths at the Grantham and Kesteven Hospital and the subsequent investigation that led to Allitt's arrest.
Critical Reception
The film received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its sensitive yet unflinching portrayal of the events and the strong performances of the cast, particularly Harriet Walter as the lead detective. It was noted for its ability to build suspense and delve into the psychological aspects of the case without resorting to sensationalism.
What Reviewers Say
A gripping and disturbing true-crime drama.
Features strong performances, especially from Harriet Walter.
Effectively builds tension and explores the unsettling nature of the case.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available in a consolidated format.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the real-life events surrounding Beverly Allitt, who was dubbed 'The Angel of Death' by the media.
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