Author: Leila Latif
Irvine Welsh’s “Crime” is a dark, gritty series that follows the troubled detective Ray Lennox as he navigates through the seedy underbelly of urban life. Lennox, played with brooding intensity by Dougray Scott, is haunted by his past and struggles with addiction while hunting down a sadistic killer. The series delves into themes of corruption, misogyny, and revenge, with a touch of dark humor reminiscent of British crime thrillers. While the show has its moments of intensity and twists, it also suffers from slow pacing and heavy-handed dialogue. The political commentary can feel over-the-top at times, detracting from the overall…
Whether it’s a documentary or a biopic, the over-involvement of a subject can transform treasure into trash. Some music projects like Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody and Ice Cube’s Straight Outta Compton turned into bland portrayals by over-involving the subjects. On the other hand, projects like Metallica: Some Kind of Monster and Anton Corbijn’s Control crafted fascinating and complex portraits by giving their subjects less control. The Run-DMC documentary, Kings From Queens, showcases the honesty and vulnerability of the group members. Through candid storytelling, the documentary reveals the struggles and insecurities faced by the iconic rap group. DMC’s openness about his struggles…