This video explores the true story behind Ed Gein, known as the Butcher of Plainfield, whose disturbing crimes inspired horror icons like Norman Bates, Leatherface, and Buffalo Bill. It delves into Gein's troubled childhood, illegal activities, and his eerie house of horrors. The narrator examines how the Netflix series Monster portrays his sinister past, separating fact from fiction. Discover the shocking details behind one of America's most infamous killers and how his story influenced horror history.