BestGore: The Most Gruesome Site in Internet History
BestGore was once one of the most controversial websites on the internet. Launched in 2008, it became known for hosting real-life violence footage—the kind typically removed from traditional platforms. Supporters said the site showed uncensored reality. Critics believed it had crossed ethical and legal boundaries.
In 2012, everything changed—after the upload of a video related to one of the most high-profile criminal cases in Canadian history. What followed was an international investigation, a trial, and mounting pressure, which ultimately led to the site's closure.
This documentary explores how BestGore rose, what it became, the experiences of its creator, and why the site ultimately disappeared. It also explores how the internet itself has changed, allowing such a place to exist. In this issue:
The History of BestGore
The Investigation and Trial of Mark Marek
The 2012 Magnotta Case and Its Aftermath
Censorship and Moderation on the Internet
How Online Content Rules Have Changed
⚠️ Warning
This video depicts real crimes and serious historical events for documentary and educational purposes only.