When the Devil Came to Salem - Production & Contact Info (original) (raw)

In 1692, mass hysteria gripped the small settlement of Salem, Massachusetts. A wave of fear took hold when young girls, including the daughter and niece of Reverend Samuel Parris, began to suffer from unexplained fits. Lacking medical ...See moreIn 1692, mass hysteria gripped the small settlement of Salem, Massachusetts. A wave of fear took hold when young girls, including the daughter and niece of Reverend Samuel Parris, began to suffer from unexplained fits. Lacking medical answers, the community blamed witchcraft. A trial began, and suspicion spread quickly. Neighbours accused each other. Fear overtook reason. The documentary explores how religious beliefs, rigid social norms, and fear of the Devil fueled the chaos.See less