Criminal: France

French psychological crime drama series

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About Criminal: France

Released: 2019

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-MA

Run time: 1 Season

Cast
Margot Bancilhon, Laurent Lucas, Stéphane Jobert, Anne Azoulay, Mahmed Arezki, Sara Giraudeau, Nathalie Baye, Jérémie Renier

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About

Criminal: France is a French TV show that was released in 2019 as part of the "Criminal" anthology series. The show is set within the confines of a police interrogation room, where detectives question suspects of various crimes. Each episode features a different suspect, providing a unique storyline and character study.

The show takes a minimalist approach to storytelling, focusing primarily on the intense interactions between the detectives and suspects. The dialogue-driven format allows for a deep exploration of psychological tension and the complexity of human behavior.

Making / Production

Criminal: France was produced by Netflix as part of its international expansion of the "Criminal" series. The show was filmed in Paris, France, and features a predominantly French cast and crew. The production team worked closely with French law enforcement experts to ensure the authenticity and accuracy of police procedures depicted in the series.

Actors

  • Nathalie Baye - Inspector Léa Morel
  • Jérémie Renier - Detective Julien Baptiste
  • Sara Giraudeau - Detective Alice Sabatini
  • Jérémie Laheurte - Detective Daniel Mendl

Nathalie Baye portrays Inspector Léa Morel, the seasoned investigator who leads the interrogations. Jérémie Renier plays Detective Julien Baptiste, a skilled interrogator known for his sharp intuition. Sara Giraudeau takes on the role of Detective Alice Sabatini, a young and ambitious member of the team. Jérémie Laheurte portrays Detective Daniel Mendl, a meticulous and observant investigator.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • Criminal: France is part of the larger anthology series "Criminal," which also includes Criminal: United Kingdom, Criminal: Spain, and Criminal: Germany.
  • The show's unique format of focusing solely on the interrogation room provides an intimate and intense viewing experience.
  • Each episode of the series is self-contained, with its own standalone storyline.
  • The scripts of the show were largely improvised by the actors, contributing to the organic and realistic feel of the dialogue.

Awards

Criminal: France has not received any major awards as of now. However, its unique concept and performances have garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base.

Quotes

  • "You can keep lying for now, but sooner or later, the truth will come out." - Inspector Léa Morel
  • "Every detail matters in an investigation, no matter how insignificant it may seem." - Detective Julien Baptiste
  • "We are the people who ask the tough questions and seek the truth." - Detective Alice Sabatini

Music

Criminal: France features a minimalistic soundtrack that complements the tension and suspense of the interrogation scenes. The music primarily consists of atmospheric instrumental pieces and subtle cues that enhance the emotional impact of the show.

Soundtrack

  • "Interrogation Room" - Original Score by Olivier Bernet
  • "Silent Questions" - Original Score by Olivier Bernet
  • "Unveiling Truth" - Original Score by Olivier Bernet