The Real Story Of The Haunting In Connecticut
Okay, so you've probably heard of *The Haunting in Connecticut*, right? Creepy movie, based on a "true story" about a house riddled with…well, let's just say it wasn't good vibes. But what's the real deal? Buckle up, because it's a wild ride!
The Snedeker Family Moves In
The story starts with the Snedeker family in 1986. They needed a place close to the University of Connecticut hospital for their son's cancer treatments. Talk about stressful already!
They found a big, seemingly perfect house in Southington, Connecticut. It was cheap. Too cheap, maybe? That's usually a red flag, folks.
Turns out, the house had a bit of a past. It used to be a funeral home. Cue the spooky music!
Things Start Getting Weird
Almost immediately, things started going bump in the night. Or day. Or anytime, really. Carmen Snedeker, the mom, reported seeing shadowy figures and experiencing strange sensations.
Her son, Philip, who was already dealing with cancer, started behaving strangely. He had violent mood swings and claimed to be possessed.
Now, this is where things get a little…complicated. Because the family brought in Ed and Lorraine Warren, the famous paranormal investigators. Yes, *those* Warrens from *The Conjuring* universe.
Enter the Warrens (and a Lot of Drama)
The Warrens declared the house infested with demonic forces. They held séances, took pictures, and generally documented the alleged haunting.
Their story became the basis for the book *In a Dark Place* and, eventually, the movie. But here's the kicker: not everyone agrees with their version of events.
Skeptics and even some of the people involved have questioned the accuracy of the haunting claims. Surprise! This is where the fun begins!
The Plot Thickens (and Maybe Smells a Little Fishy)
Author Ray Garton, who wrote *In a Dark Place*, has admitted that he was instructed to make the story scarier. He said the Warrens provided the narrative, and he just had to fill in the blanks.
Basically, he felt like he was writing fiction, not documenting a real haunting. Ouch!
“I made it up. I mean, all these scary things? That was me,” said Garton.
Some have suggested that Philip Snedeker's behavior was a result of his cancer medication and the stress of his illness. Which is… completely understandable.
Others believe the family was simply seeking attention or financial gain. It's a messy situation, to say the least.
So, What's the Real Story?
The truth is probably somewhere in the middle. Did the Snedeker family experience something strange in that house? Maybe.
Was it a demonic infestation straight out of a horror movie? That's a lot less likely. The house had a history, the family was under immense stress, and a few people may have embellished the details.
But hey, who doesn't love a good ghost story? Even if it's only *mostly* true. Think of the movie as entertainment. And maybe don't buy a house that used to be a funeral home. Just a thought.
Ultimately, *The Haunting in Connecticut* is a reminder that reality is often stranger—and more complicated—than fiction. And that sometimes, the scariest things aren't ghosts, but the pressures of everyday life. Now, wasn't that a fun little detour?
