I'm so disappointed with this new series from Ryan Murphy... it feels like they're more focused on making Dahmer look relatable than actually exposing the dark secrets behind his crimes
. I mean, come on, Evan Peters as the lead? It's all about giving him a sympathetic role instead of highlighting the real-life victims and their families
. And don't even get me started on how they're trying to sell us this show like it's some kind of entertainment program instead of a serious drama about social justice issues
.
I think what bothers me most is that they're trying to humanize Dahmer, but in doing so, they're perpetuating the very mythos that we should be critiquing
. It feels like they're more interested in making a star out of Peters than in actually exploring the systemic injustices that led to Dahmer's actions
. And what about Glenda's character? She's just forced into becoming this narrative voice instead of getting some real screen time or development
.
Overall, I think Ryan Murphy's team is really missing the point of what makes a great true crime drama... it's not about making your lead look relatable or sympathetic, it's about shedding light on the dark underbelly of our society
.
I think what bothers me most is that they're trying to humanize Dahmer, but in doing so, they're perpetuating the very mythos that we should be critiquing
Overall, I think Ryan Murphy's team is really missing the point of what makes a great true crime drama... it's not about making your lead look relatable or sympathetic, it's about shedding light on the dark underbelly of our society