Sophie Lancaster: a Dark Angel

The Murder of Sophie Lancaster was a murder case in the United Kingdom in 2007. The victim was brutally attacked along with her boyfriend, Robert Maltby, while walking through Stubbylee Park in Lancashire. As a result of her severe head injuries she went into a coma, never regained consciousness, and later died.

The attack was provoked by the couple wearing gothic fashion and being members of the goth subculture. The Sophie Lancaster Foundation was established to create respect and understanding of subculture in our communities. Produced by creative agency Propaganda, in association with iconic British band, Portishead, the short film Dark Angel is a beautifully haunting rendition of Sophies story.

More information: Sophie Lancaster Foundation.