Accused: The Hampstead Paedophile Hoax

Two children accused parents and teachers of leading a paedophilic satanic cult, supposedly headquartered in secret rooms on the school premises. The story was not true. But once the fire was lit, it was hard to put out. Emily Turner’s film considers the real-world impact of an outrageous online conspiracy theory, exploring the importance of truth and the cost of lies.

Director: Emily Turner

Cast: Sarah Barlondo, Aly Cranston, Kathryn McGarr, Daisy Ashford

Audience-only score — full critic data not yet in the ReelXO vault.