Episode Guide
Mr. and Mrs. Fox were happily ever after, without any angels in hell intervening. Everything would be fine. ..
Netflix have a knack for creating gripping and shocking true-crime docu-series. Already this year we’ve had a fair few drop on the platform but Bad Vegan could be the most poignant and surprising of them all.
This week’s episode of Bad Vegan is a dark and twisted comedy show that will make you laugh out loud and think about the things you do with your friends.
Sarma Melngailis, the celebrity restauranteur who fell from grace after ordering a Domino’s pizza, was arrested on tax fraud charges. The story revolves around Sarma, who is now facing multiple charges, including first-degree schemes to defraud and a violation of labor laws.
The first episode of “The Sarma Show” does a good job of getting a background on the character Sarma. It is a little slow at times, as it weaves through her various ties with her ex and friendship with Alec Baldwin. This is key to understanding what happens next. Eventually, Sarma meets a guy on Words With Friends, and the story progresses from there. ..
The final three episodes of the series explore the crux of the issue, which is as shocking as it is poignant. As Sarma uncovers more of what’s happening around her, the rabbit hole turns to a black cascade of which there appears to be no escape. The episodes are a tad overlong at times, but at only 4 episodes, there’s a good amount of content here to chew through in a couple of sessions. ..
The series, “Serial,” centers around interviews with people involved in the case, as well as archival footage of news reports and tweets from the time. This allows viewers to get a sense of what was happening at the time and how it related to the case. ..
The music and the narration in this season of “The Killing” work together to create a powerful and emotive story. The story is told from the point of view of the protagonist, who has experienced the events firsthand. The narration is clear and concise, providing a first-hand account of what happened. This helps to create a strong emotional connection with the audience.
We’ve seen a lot of these scam-based documentaries recently, and while Bad Vegan may not be the best, it’s an unflinching look at how one decision can send your whole life spiraling out of control. This one’s definitely worth checking out.
