I still don’t get the point of adapting true crime stories into series. The acting was remarkable; every performer did an excellent job, with Jason Clarke leading the way. It felt very earnest and as considerate as it could be when portraying actual people, some of whom are still living and surrounded by lingering bitterness. Since I researched this case while watching, things seemed strange—clearly exaggerated. I'm not really into true crime, and I don’t see the purpose in turning a murder into entertainment. I try to view these adaptations like nonfiction books about what happened, but I don’t think a book can have as much reach or be as entertaining. What stood out to me as daring—and I realize this is because it's based on podcasts—was dedicating an entire episode to suggesting something that couldn’t possibly be proven and then vaguely walking back that suggestion after spending so much time exploring the possibility. It makes you question what they were trying to do, considering how much influence media has on people’s opinions; perhaps just a small detail in the complicated situation involving this family. I believe keeping attention focused on Stephen Smith's case is worthwhile, and I hope it leads to some form of justice for him and his loved ones.

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