Crime Reviews — Page 3
Joker Review: A Divisive Descent Into Madness
Todd Phillips's gritty origin story is dominated by Joaquin Phoenix's intense performance. Our verdict.
Breaking Bad Review: A Teacher's Descent Into Crime
Vince Gilligan's crime drama follows a chemistry teacher turned drug lord and remains one of television's most gripping achievements. Our verdict.
The Wire Review: The Great American Novel on Television
David Simon's Baltimore saga is a slow-burning, novelistic masterpiece about institutions and the people trapped within them. Our verdict.
The Sopranos Review: The Show That Changed Television
David Chase's mob drama redefined TV, mixing therapy, family and violence. Our verdict.
Sherlock Review: Holmes for the Smartphone Age
Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman star in a stylish modern retelling of Conan Doyle. Our verdict.
Batman: The Animated Series Review: The Definitive Dark Knight Cartoon
The 1990s series set the standard for superhero animation with noir style and mature storytelling. Our verdict.
Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story Review: A Slick Stock-Market Drama
Hansal Mehta's Indian drama about a stockbroker's rise and fall is gripping and stylish. Our verdict.
Better Call Saul Review: A Prequel That Surpasses Its Parent
The Breaking Bad spin-off is a slow-burning, character-driven tragedy led by Bob Odenkirk and Rhea Seehorn. Our verdict.
True Detective Review: A Southern Gothic Detective Story
The first season of HBO's anthology, with Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson, is atmospheric and gripping. Our verdict.
Şahsiyet Review: A Powerful Turkish Drama of Memory and Guilt
This Turkish series follows a retired court clerk with Alzheimer's seeking redemption for old wrongs. Our verdict.