even though "true stories" may be more compelling that others, this movie is incredibly sad, intriguing and possibly disturbing due to the plot. john Ritter (R.I.P) who did a fantastic job...would've loved to have seen him be "bad" more...portrayed the factual Richard Overton fantastically. not the kind of movie that becomes number one at a theater box office, but definitely something a local station could play and get men and women, alike, to be enthralled by. VERY good movie. agreed that its good to see little madeline zima grown up and doing a great job as a teen in dramatic roles. no outside info on the true story though...anyone?