Pauline Parker was a New Zealand teenager involved in a notorious crime in the 1950s. Along with her friend, Juliet Hulme, she was convicted of the murder of Parker's mother, Honora Parker, in a case that shocked the nation and garnered international attention. The crime was fueled by the girls' intense friendship and shared fantasies, leading to a tragic outcome. Their story has been the subject of various books and films, including the movie Heavenly Creatures, which explores the psychological complexities of their relationship and the events surrounding the murder.