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Netflix Picks: ‘Seven Seconds’

Seven Seconds
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When it comes to gripping dramas, HBO is the unquestioned leader dominating the market.  Between Game of ThronesThe SopranosWestworld, and many more, the premium cable service covers all the bases.  But, Netflix is quietly making a bid to become the new king.

Following the success of Ozark and Mindhunter, Netflix released yet another hit drama series — Seven Seconds.  Formed in the shadow of the Ferguson protests, the show examines the tensions between law enforcement and the black community.

While these stories get plenty of coverage in the media, they fail to grasp what it’s really like behind the scenes.  How these crimes impact every single person in the family differently.  The shockwaves it sends through the community as a whole.

In this story, a merciless hit-and-run leads to a cover-up inside the Jersey City police department.  As the conspiracy unfolds, tensions reach a boiling point.  Each character pulls in a different direction, often leading to frustrating consequences.

Seven Seconds

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Seven Seconds tells a revolting, yet believable story.  It’s heavy, powerful, and poignant, staying in tune with the realities of modern society.  That being said, it’s a slow burn.

Because the story is told from multiple viewpoints, the solution to the show’s central problem seems easily accessible. But, the different characters don’t have all the information that we do.  You’ll want them to do one thing, and they’ll go and do the opposite.

Most modern shows are carried by the action in their plot, but Seven Seconds is driven by its characters.  They aren’t devoid of emotion and depth — they have flaws just like you and me.  Each has a well-crafted backstory that’s slowly revealed to us, piece by piece.

Additionally, the acting is exceptional.  Regina King will, of course, command much of the attention.  But the actor who stands out most is the relatively unknown Zackary Momoh.  The British actor is nothing short of impressive in his U.S. debut.

Seven Seconds is the better-looking, smarter cousin of HBO’s The Night Of.  It tells its tale from all angles, bobbing and weaving between the station and the streets.  In fact, some scenes capture the grit of these streets in a way we haven’t seen since The Wire.  With Seven Seconds, Netflix is one step closer to becoming the new king of drama.

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Division III baseball alum (McDaniel College), founder of Joker Mag, and author of The Underdog Mentality: Sports Stories That Will Change How You See the Game (And Yourself). Since launching in November 2017, my stories have been featured on platforms such as FOX Sports, SB Nation, and The Sporting News, reaching over 1.5 million readers worldwide. The seed was planted way back in 7th grade when I got cut from the baseball team. Instead of giving up, I found hope and inspiration in stories of undersized athletes who defied expectations. I ultimately played baseball through college, earning Honorable Mention on the All-Centennial Conference team in my senior season. Today, my mission is simple: To share stories that give people the same feeling I felt when I was that undersized ballplayer searching for hope, inspiration, and evidence that my dream was possible. Like my mom always told me, you can do anything you set your mind to. Sometimes we just need a little extra push. And that’s why I’m so passionate about sharing these stories with the world.

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