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.

Night of Hell: A Young Woman’s Fight for Survival
Trisha had always led a simple life. A bright university student with big dreams, she enjoyed the warmth of her family and the laughter of her friends. But one fateful night changed everything, turning her world into a nightmare she could never escape.
By SHAKIB10 months ago in Criminal
Shadows of the Past
Detective Luke Harrison had seen his fair share of criminal cases, but something about this one felt different. The city was on edge. A string of high-profile robberies had been committed in broad daylight, but nothing had been stolen—except for one thing: a strange, cryptic symbol was left behind at each crime scene.
By SHAKIB10 months ago in Criminal
A Drop of Goodness in Seas of Darkness
A Drop of Goodness in Seas of Darkness Chapter 1: The City of Blackhaven The wind howled through the dark alleys of Blackhaven, a city suffocating under the weight of crime and despair. The streetlights flickered like dying stars, struggling against the overwhelming darkness. Here, kindness was a forgotten relic, buried under years of greed, corruption, and violence.
By amgad10 months ago in Criminal
The Silent Witness
A small town covered in mystery soon becomes the scene of a chilling crime. In the quiet town of Brooksville, a place where everyone knew everyone, the unexpected death of George Peterson shocked the tight-knit community. George was a well-liked, charismatic businessman who ran a popular local restaurant. His sudden death was as mysterious as it was tragic, especially considering that he was found lifeless in his office late one night, with no signs of struggle or forced entry.
By SHAKIB10 months ago in Criminal
The Plight of the Palestinians: A Struggle for Justice and Self-Determination
**** The Palestinian struggle for justice, self-determination, and statehood is one of the most protracted and contentious issues in modern history. For over a century, the Palestinian people have endured displacement, occupation, and systemic oppression, shaping a narrative of resilience and resistance. The conflict between Israelis and Palestinians is deeply rooted in history, politics, and religion, with both sides laying claim to the same land. However, the human cost of this conflict has disproportionately affected the Palestinian population, leaving them in a state of perpetual hardship. This article explores the historical context of the Palestinian plight, the ongoing challenges they face, and the quest for a just and lasting resolution.
By Taiyab Ahmed10 months ago in Criminal
The Secret Ingredient. Content Warning.
Important Note: This story is based on actual events . Story line and peoples name have been changed for protection of the Criminal event and the process.
By Jason “Jay” Benskin11 months ago in Criminal
The Storm's Deception
The storm raged outside, a tempest of howling winds and torrential rain that lashed against the windows of the isolated Victorian manor. Clara stood in the dimly lit parlor, her fingers tracing the edge of a silver letter opener on the mahogany desk. The clock struck midnight, its chimes swallowed by the thunder. He would be home soon.
By Nada soliman11 months ago in Criminal
Villainess Review: Angela Martin (Body of Proof)
I remember ABC's Body of Proof series, and I enjoyed binge-watching the entire show a few years back. The series starred Dana Delany as neurosurgeon-turned-medical examiner Megan Hunt, whose efforts have resulted in several different killers (and other criminals) exposed and convicted. As the series established, Megan experienced tragedy at an early age: the sudden death of her father, David Hunt, from what was believed to be a suicide.
By Clyde E. Dawkins12 months ago in Criminal
Villainess Review: Susan Jacobs (Criminal Minds)
Without question, Criminal Minds was one of CBS' greatest crime drama in the last two decades, airing for 15 seasons between 2005 and 2020 on the network. I can say this even though I wasn't a weekly viewer of the program, but I did catch a few reruns here or there. I know this much: Criminal Minds was an immensely thrilling series that had its share of twisted villains (regardless of gender), which brings me to the afternoon of April 14, 2018. There are two things I remember about that day. One, it was a day filled with great Stanley Cup Playoff action, and one of the games I watched was Game Two of the opening round between the Nashville Predators and the Colorado Avalanche. Secondly, I watched an episode of Criminal Minds during that same day, the one titled, "Seven Seconds."
By Clyde E. Dawkins12 months ago in Criminal
Villainess Review: Holly Gero (L.A.'s Finest)
Another show that lasted much shorter than it should have was L.A.'s Finest, which was the televised spinoff/continuation of the Bad Boys series. The show took Gabrielle Union's Bad Boys 2 character, Sydney Burnett (the sister of Martin Lawrence's Marcus Burnett) and paired her with fellow detective Nancy McKenna (Jessica Alba; who wasn't in any of the films) for this spinoff series, which aired as Spectrum On Demand's very first original series. I really enjoyed this show, and watched both seasons, but was very dismayed when I read that the show was canceled and wouldn't get a third season.
By Clyde E. Dawkins12 months ago in Criminal
Villainess Review: Amanda and Shelly Davis (Magnum P.I.)
Since Day One, I have really enjoyed CBS' Magnum P.I. reboot immensely. When I first heard about this back in 2018, I was in, even though I had never seen an episode of the original until about a year later. The show premiered in the fall of 2018 and was a Monday series at first, but the second season saw a move to CBS' Friday night lineup, where it currently serves on the 9PM slot before Blue Bloods, which (ironically) features the original Magnum, Tom Selleck, as one of its lead stars. The show is also part of the famed "Lenkov-verse," along with CBS' reboots of Hawaii Five-0 (which ended in 2020 after 10 years) and MacGyver (which was cancelled in the spring of 2021 after five seasons). In addition, the Magnum reboot has had its share of sinister but amazing villainesses, with a glaring example being featured in the episode, "Those We Leave Behind."
By Clyde E. Dawkins12 months ago in Criminal
Villainess Review: Yvette Ellison (Elementary)
Elementary was, and is, an amazing series. I was drawn in quickly due to the fact that it was a modern retelling of Sherlock Holmes, and I ended up enjoying seven amazing seasons of this spectacular show. Among the many things I enjoyed about the show was its collection of villainesses, coming in all forms and all kinds. Every collection has a beginning, and in the case of Elementary, it was the second-ever episode, "While You Were Sleeping," that kicked things off.
By Clyde E. Dawkins12 months ago in Criminal