Evil Angels

"A family torn apart. A public filled with outrage. A woman accused of murder."

Nov 11 1988 PG-13 2h 0m
Biography, Drama

Based on the true story of Lindy Chamberlain who, during a family camping trip to Ayers Rock in central Australia, claimed she witnessed a dingo take her baby daughter, Azaria, from their tent. Azaria's body was never found and, after investigations and two public inquests, she is charged with murder.

Plot

Based on the true story of Lindy Chamberlain. During a camping trip to Ayers Rock in outback Australia, she claimed that she witnessed a dingo stealing her baby daughter, Azaria, from the family tent. Azaria's body was never found. Police noted some apparent inconsistencies in her story, and she was charged with murder. The case attracted a lot of attention, turning an investigation into a media circus, with the public divided in their opinions.

Written by

John Bryson, Robert Caswell, Fred Schepisi

Directed by

Fred Schepisi

Production Countries

United States of America, Australia

Production Companies

Warner Bros. Pictures, Golan-Globus Productions, Cinema Verity, Cannon Group

Languages

English

Awards

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 8 wins & 13 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
11,982
Average Rating
6.9 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA