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"American Manhunt: OJ Simpson" takes viewers back to the trial of the century

DERRICK DUNN

Last Friday, January 24th, marked the thirtieth anniversary of the beginning of the O.J. Simpson trial. Back in January of 1995, I was thirteen years old and in the seventh grade. Like the rest of the country, I sat on pins and needles until the verdict was read nine months later. To coincide with this anniversary, streaming giant Netflix released a four-part documentary exploring the trial.


"American Manhunt: Floyd Russ directs the compelling four-part documentary series "American Manhunt: OJ Simpson," which examines the notorious true crime case involving the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman as well as the subsequent highly publicized trial. The series documents the events leading up to the trial while exploring the cultural impact and intense media attention surrounding the nation during the mid-1990s.


The series begins by returning viewers to the dramatic freeway chase that initially riveted millions of people. It combines archival footage with new interviews from pivotal figures in the case, such as Kim Goldman and prosecutor Christopher Darden, who confronted one of history's most challenging legal cases. These open interviews reveal the hidden personal and professional impact the case created for everyone involved.


The infamous glove
The infamous glove

"American Manhunt: OJ Simpson" distinguishes itself from earlier portrayals through its comprehensive investigation of the case's complexities. The series boldly addresses the trial's controversial elements such as racial dynamics, media impact, and the workings of the justice system. Mark Fuhrman, the L.A. police detective scrutinized by the defense team, provides revealing and thought-provoking insights. Defense attorney Carl Douglas delivers a viewpoint that forces viewers to question their established understanding of the case narrative.


Kato Kaelin's involvement contributed a fascinating element because his status as a crucial witness catapulted him into celebrity status while he became an accidental emblem of the trial's media frenzy. The case emerges as a complex image through the combined reflections of interviewees who demonstrate how legal tactics intertwined with public opinion and social transformation.


Russ's skilled storytelling enhances the series by creating a balance between the dark nature of the murders and the intense courtroom drama. Through excellent pacing, viewers can understand the serious nature of events while remaining captivated by suspenseful moments and plot twists.


"American Manhunt: OJ Simpson" compels viewers to reevaluate their perception of the high-profile case, which dominated national headlines and left a meaningful impact on American cultural dynamics. 


Final Grade: B


"American Manhunt: OJ Simpson" premieres on Netflix on January 29th

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