Right Turn Ltd. presents

Emma Kenny – Killer Cults

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Emma Kenny is back after her sell-out The Serial Killer Next Door tour, captivating audiences once more with a brand-new, exhilarating and terrifying show that delves into the darkest corners of human nature. As one of the best and most recognised crime presenters in the UK, Emma brings her unparalleled insights and captivating storytelling to explore a chilling question: How can ordinary people, living seemingly normal lives, abandon everything to join a cult?

Killer Cults offers a gripping exploration into the bewildering world of cults, shedding light on the magnetic pull of cult leaders capable of bending the wills of their followers, transforming them from average individuals into devoted acolytes, and, in the most extreme cases, into complicit participants in heinous crimes. Through Emma’s expert lens, audiences will be taken on a journey into the minds of these enigmatic figures and the people who fall under their spell.

This electrifying show doesn’t just recount tales of notorious cults like Jim Jones and The Peoples Temple, David Koresh and the Branch Davidians, and Marshall Applewhite’s Heaven’s Gate; it goes deeper, analysing the psychological underpinnings that make these stories so compelling and disturbing. Emma’s narrative challenges you to consider your susceptibility to the seductive call of charismatic leaders and offers a unique opportunity to understand the complex interplay between power, manipulation, and faith.

A must-see for all true crime enthusiasts, Killer Cults is not just a show; it’s an immersive experience that promises to enlighten, frighten, and provoke. Join Emma Kenny on this unforgettable journey into the heart of darkness, where the line between spiritual leader and malevolent murderer blurs. Discover the answers to the questions that haunt the fringes of society and the human psyche. Are you immune to the call of the cult? There’s only one way to find out…

Age 16+

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