Wild Card
Rewriting Reality: The Ethics of Dramatizing True Crime Image from Flat Hat Magazine . In recent years, dramatized portrayals of real crimes have surged in popularity in the entertainment industry. Television series like Dahmer — Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story , The Act , and Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story have sparked both acclaim and controversy. While these dramatized depictions often claim to "raise awareness" or serve as social commentary, they walk a fine ethical line between storytelling and exploitation. Though protected under creative and legal rights, these dramatizations raise questions about consent, accuracy, and the emotional toll on victims and their families. One of the main concerns in dramatizing real crimes is the lack of consent in creating and distributing the content. In the case of Netflix's Dahmer series, many victims' families spoke out against the show's release, saying that the disturbing nature re-traumatized them. ...
