Michelle Hadley was facing the possibility of decades in prison for the violent and malicious acts she was accused of by her ex, Ian, and his wife, Angela. Angela began receiving threatening emails from an account called “Lilithistruth,” a nod to the folklore of Adam’s first wife. While the Anaheim police are convinced they have the right person, the Netflix documentary dives into a very twisted tale of how far some people will go to seek revenge on an ex.
Using dating websites and sites like Craigslist, men were sent photos of Angela along with her address and details of a rape fantasy in which Angela’s fighting and screaming should be ignored. Not only did these men show up to partake in the role-playing scenario, but Angela was attacked in her home. But don’t start hating Michelle too quickly, because when the truth finally arises, it seems like she was framed.
A TOXIC LOVE STORY
What’s it rated? TV-MA
When? 2026
Where’s it showing? Netflix
The who and the how are the reasons to watch this true crime documentary, so I won’t give those away. Just be prepared to be gobsmacked as you watch the story unfold. With interviews with Michelle herself and others close to the victims and perpetrators, this wild tale is stranger than fiction. (90 min.) ∆
This article appears in Aug 20-27, 2026.
