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Philly D.A. (TV Series)

2021

Documentary

TV Series. Documentary 8 episodes. For 30 years, civil rights attorney Larry Krasner called out policies that caused Philadelphia to become one of the major cities in America with the most incarcerations. More than 75 times, he sued police officers who perpetuated corruption and brutality. This made him an unlikely candidate for district attorney, but in 2017 he launched an election campaign that promised to reform the system. Passionate in his beliefs, and ... [+]

	Media	Author	Review
		Kiko Martinez Variety	"[A] fascinating look at how progressivism can redefine justice (...) The first two episodes of 'Philly D.A.' are compelling"
		Christian Blauvelt IndieWire	"A feature-length film with a much more clear focus, and not a series juggling so many ingredients in an impersonal fashion, could have more powerfully shown the impact of one man in this important office on the people he serves"
		Daniel Fienberg The Hollywood Reporter	"A promising start for this nuanced and provocative look at American urban justice."
		Kevin Jagernauth The Playlist	"Passon, Brook, and Salazar promise not just the portrait of an unlikely hero, but a gripping study of the rippling fabric of a changing city as it shakes out the past in front of our eyes. How it eventually settles, only time will tell."
		Brian Tallerico rogerebert.com	"'Philly D.A.' gets a bit repetitive in its presentation (...) Its strongest moments are when the directors allow it to breathe"
		Lucy Mangan The Guardian	"A deeply thrilling, hopeful show to devour (…) Rating: ★★★★ (out of 5)"

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