tv review

Big crimes, small screen; true crime television series and TV documentaries that recreate and reexamine some of the mystifying and grisliest cases in history.

The Hunt for the King of the Dark Web. Content Warning.
On the morning of July 5th, 2017, a man sits in front of his laptop in his villa in Bangkok. Online, he is known only by the pseudonym "Alpha02." He is a multi-millionaire, living a luxurious life and driving expensive cars. He feels secure in Thailand.
By Marlon2 years ago in Criminal
"Unveiling America's Classification: Armed Rapid Support Forces Branded as Terrorist Movement and Organization"
Since the late 20th century, particularly after the events of September 11th, the global dynamics shifted, prompting nations to engage differently with security threats and terrorism. However, even within this complex context, the United States has continued to play a prominent role in identifying groups and organizations that threaten its national stability and security. In this sensitive framework, the classification of "Armed Rapid Support Forces" as a terrorist movement and organization holds significant strategic importance.
By William2 years ago in Criminal
How He Made $8,584 In 15 Minutes
I’m not talking about a scam here although scams that claim they can help you make thousands with no work are everywhere.
By William2 years ago in Criminal
Review of 'Presumed Innocent' 1.1-1.3
I saw Presumed Innocent -- the movie with Harrison Ford in the lead role -- in 1990. I shortly after read the Scott Turow 1987 novel from which the movie was adapted. That was a long time ago, no blogging, and I was a devoted possessor of a Radio Shack M100. I thought the movie and book were brilliant, with one of the cleverest endings, one of the most unexpected twists, I'd ever come across in a fictitious murder story. I still feel that way right now.
By Paul Levinson2 years ago in Criminal
Review of 'Dark Matter' 1.7-1.8
Dark Matter on Apple TV+ continues to get better and better, with episode 1.7 being once again the best episode yet. Here's why I think why:
By Paul Levinson2 years ago in Criminal
Yoga Teacher Killer: A Look Into Kaitlin Armstrong's Path to Murder
I remember this story very well, mainly because of the insanity involved at the tail end. Honestly, it sounds like something from a movie, yet despite figuring that Lifetime would do a movie about this, I expected a long wait. After all, there are still some "women who kill" stories that still need to be played out on Lifetime. Yet the wait wasn't that long (I guess watching all of that sports helped). Before I talk about Lifetime's movie, here's a look at the true crime story about Kaitlin Armstrong.
By Clyde E. Dawkins2 years ago in Criminal
Review of 'Criminal Minds' 17.1-17.3
Criminal Minds: Evolution is back on Paramount Plus with its new season (17, if you count the original Criminal Minds on CBS). I saw the first two episodes last week and they were excellent.
By Paul Levinson2 years ago in Criminal
‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’ Kicks Off with Impressive $21.6 Million Opening Day"
The boys are back in action. Sony and Columbia’s latest entry in the “Bad Boys” franchise, “Bad Boys: Ride or Die,” has kicked off with a solid $21.6 million from 3,885 locations on its opening day, including preview screenings. The film also received a revenue boost from Imax and other premium large format screens.
By Toyin Olajide2 years ago in Criminal
The Real Story of 'Hit Man' on Netflix: Who Really Was Gary Johnson?
Netflix never fails to deliver when it comes to dramas based on true crimes. The gripping series "Hit Man," which investigates the sinister, unnoticed facets of human nature, has generated the most recent buzz. However, the fact that this show is based on a real person—Gary Johnson—is what makes it so captivating. Who was Gary Johnson, and what's his extraordinary story? This story is as intriguing as it gets, so buckle up
By Toyin Olajide2 years ago in Criminal
Serial Killer Arrested in Egypt. Content Warning.
The incident that took place today is still fresh in everyone's minds, and truth be told, it's safe to say that it's one of the worst cases in Egypt's history. Unlike the usual individual crimes, today's perpetrator is a serial killer, the first of its kind since the infamous Giza killer. So, brace yourselves for the chilling details of this unmissable event. It all began when the police received a report from a citizen in Port Said Governorate, claiming to have discovered the body of a girl abandoned on a desert road, with a horrifying and unsettling appearance. Naturally, the police rushed to the scene, a truly desolate desert, only to find the girl's body completely exposed, her face disfigured, bearing deep signs of abuse and torture all over her body. Additionally, her hair had been not just shaved, but brutally cut from her head. The sight was truly terrifying. Subsequently, the body was taken to the forensic department, and a security cordon was established around the crime scene to gather any possible evidence.The issue in this case arose from the usual procedure followed by the police when dealing with cases involving unidentified bodies. Typically, they refer back to registered reports, often related to missing persons, but this case posed a greater challenge. The police were unable to find any reports or descriptions related to the discovered body.
By AyyuBest2 years ago in Criminal
One Simple Law That Destroyed Italian Mafia
In that time in Sicily the simple men who were the peasants wanted to be equal to the wealthy ones who owned the land. These hoodlums became bandits who formed clans that terrorized the landowners by collecting protection taxes using knives or shotguns as their weapons. Exactly this short and handy enterprise—extortion—provided them with a threat themselves and the shelter from it for fee.
By Amine Oubih2 years ago in Criminal
Man, 28, found dead in his Nairobi house after missing for 3 days. Content Warning.
Detectives are investigating the cause of the death of a 28-year-old man whose body was discovered in his house in the Umoja Two area.
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in Criminal