Mmastodon WorldCrime first seen 2 d ago, last 1 h ago, peak #9
True crime shows only show victims' glowing side, viewers say
Original: When family members on 48 Hours and Dateline talk about a victim, they always just have glowing things to say. You never
Commenters are noting that family members interviewed on true crime programs like 48 Hours and Dateline invariably describe victims in glowing, affectionate terms, never candidly criticizing them. The observation has sparked light discussion about how such shows curate interviews, with people pointing out that grief, editing and deference to the deceased all shape what makes it to air.
Why now: It is a relatable observation about the formulaic way true crime documentaries portray victims and their families.
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- When family members on 48 Hours and Dateline talk about a victim, they always just have glowing things to say. You never see somebody be like "he's an asshole, I don't care he's gone" # truecrime # crime # documentary · famousblueben@mas.to · 1
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