The film, which was released in 2014, stars Christina Ricci as Lizzie Borden and chronicles the events leading up to and following the murders of her father and stepmother in their home in Fall River, Massachusetts. Despite being the primary suspect, Borden was eventually acquitted of the crimes due to a lack of evidence.
Throughout the film, viewers are taken on a journey through the highly-publicized trial and the media frenzy that surrounded it, with reporters and journalists from all over the country descending on the small town to cover the story. As her guilt or innocence is debated, tension mounts and relationships are tested, leading to a shocking and unexpected conclusion.
With its atmospheric and engaging portrayal of one of the most infamous cases in American history, Lizzie Borden Took An Ax offers a fresh perspective on a well-known tale, exploring the intricacies of the case and the complex character at its center.