The plot is loosely based on the December 1968 kidnapping and live burial of Barbara Jane Mackle. She was placed in a specialized, ventilated coffin while being held for ransom. See more

Goofs

Fire ant bites are not only extremely painful, but they often leave lasting blisters and sometimes- in extreme cases- permanent scars. If Nick was bitten numerous times by fire ants, he would have undoubtedly ended up hospitalized and recovery would have taken weeks. He probably would also have been marked by the bites. However when he visits the prison, he seems to undergone a remarkable, if not miraculous, recovery. See more