Deadly chronicles the crimes of Canada's notorious serial killers Karla Homolka and Paul Bernardo. Over the past decade the former couple have gained international fame for their deeds and are often referred to as the Ken and Barbie Killers.
"As I watch that news coverage coming out of (Canada), it's all Karla, all the time," stated Deadly producer Michael Sellers.
Deadly was to be released to coincide with Karla Homolka getting let out of prison in July. This upcoming event is fueling a firestorm of controversy north of the border, where outrage over Karla Homolka increases daily.
"I don't want to be a part of that circus. I don't think we should be. I don't think it's the right thing."
Deadly stars Laura Prepon from That 70's Show and Misha Collins from films such as Girl Interrupted.
'DEADLY' SET TO PREMIERE AT THE MONTREAL FILM FESTIVAL
A movie based on Canada's most sickest serial killers will receive its world premiere next month at the Montreal World Film Festival.
Laura Prepon ("That '70s Show") stars in "Karla" as Karla Homolka, who teamed up in 1993 with her husband, Paul Bernardo, to torture and murder two schoolgirls in a case that gathered international attention because the attacks were recorded on video, which was shown in court. Homolka also helped Bernardo rape and murder her own sister. Misha Collins ("24") will play Bernardo. Joel Bender will direct..
Homolka was recently released from prison in Quebec after serving 12 years in jail as part of a controversial plea-bargain agreement. Bernardo continues to serve a life sentence for his crimes.
The deal became known as the deal with the devil.
The Montreal World Film Festival (Aug. 26-Sept. 5), defended its screening of the film in a statement, arguing that "notorious criminals" from Adolf Hitler to the Boston Strangler had been portrayed in film.
"Some of the actors have even won Oscars for their performances in these films, most notably Charlize Theron in the role of the criminal Aileen Wuornos in 'Monster,"' the festival said.
"Karla" producer Michael Sellers had originally looked to release the movie in Canada in May, but pushed the date to the fall after a public outcry in Ontario, the province where the crimes were committed.
Makers of a film about Karla Homolka and Paul Bernardo plan to donate a portion of the proceeds to charity or to restrict screenings in Ontario.
When asked to comment about the makers of "Karla"s offer of a monetary solution to quell the backlash against the movie in Ontario. Toronto Lawyer Paul Burstein, who is one of the lawyers representing the French and Mahaffy families. stated that "he would rather see no one see this film, hence no profit, than see money given",
I don't believe in censorship in anyway, everyone has a right to see what ever movie they wish, but I plead with anyone who may be interested by this movies subject matter or it's big name stars, please reconsider.
Every time one of these monsters are given any press, my heart begins to bleed for the immediate victims of their hideous crimes and the hundreds of thousands more that shared their pain. Again for the sake of humanity, go see one of the many other movies at the film festival that are more deservant of your money and support.
Kenaz.
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