Kristin Hunt
Joined: Apr 26, 2016
Kristin Hunt is a writer and professional movie geek. She's previously worked on the digital teams at Thrillist and Maxim, but you can also find her byline on GQ, Nerve, and Paste.
10 Shocking Facts About The Black Dahlia, Hollywood’s Most Famous Unsolved Murder
10 Bizarre ‘The Sopranos’ Fan Theories
Stede Bonnet, the Real-Life ’Gentleman’ Pirate Who Inspired ’Our Flag Means Death’
10 Facts About Louis Wain, the Cat-Obsessed Victorian Artist
Louis Wain sketched, painted, and even animated cats throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The Real-Life Story Behind Queen Charlotte
Netflix takes several, steamy liberties with the historical record, but there was a real Queen Charlotte—and she was just as complicated as the TV version.
The Wild and Totally True Story Behind 'Cocaine Bear'
In 1985, authorities in Georgia found the decomposing body of a black bear next to 40 ripped-open packages of cocaine. No substantial quantities of the drug remained. How it happened is a story for the ages.
Carol of the Bells: How a Ukrainian Protest Song Became a Christmas Staple
"Carol of the Bells" was adapted from the Ukrainian composition “Shchedryk,” a New Year’s ballad that doubled as a cry for independence in the aftermath of World War I.
The Fasting Girls of the Victorian Era: The Story Behind 'The Wonder'
'The Wonder'—a new Netflix movie starring Florence Pugh and based on Emma Donoghue's book of the same name—isn't a true story. But it's rooted in real history.
How Joyce Chopra Filmed the First Live Birth on Television — Hers
In 1972, filmmaker Joyce Chopra welcomed her daughter into the world—and invited all the world to see in her groundbreaking documentary, 'Joyce at 34.'
15 Must-See Holiday Horror Movies
Your drunk uncle has got nothing on an axe-wielding turkey, a gaggle of psychopathic Santas, or any other character you'll find in these holiday horror movies.
'Stand For Your Truth': The Life and Legacy of Sacheen Littlefeather
In 1973, Sacheen Littlefeather caused a national stir when she refused Marlon Brando’s Oscar for Best Actor in 'The Godfather.' Nearly 50 years later, the activist received a long overdue apology for the abuse and discrimination she endured.
The Agojie Amazons of West Africa: The Real Female Warriors Behind 'The Woman King'
Gina Prince-Bythewood's 'The Woman King' takes its cues from the very real Agojie warriors of West Africa.
Why Royal Family Members Are Buried in Lead-Lined Coffins
Queen Elizabeth II will be laid to rest in an oak coffin designed for her more than 30 years ago, and it’s bound to weigh a ton, because it’s lined with lead.
10 Eerie 'Stranger Things' Fan Theories
The supernatural drama on 'Stranger Things' is practically endless, which has left plenty of room for wild speculation. Fortunately, fans have been only too happy to oblige—and share their theories online.
The Anarchy: The Real Civil War That Inspired 'House of the Dragon'
The Middle Ages may not have been crawling with ice zombies or dragons, but much of the HBO hit 'House of the Dragon'—and its predecessor, 'Game of Thrones'—is taken from real history.