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Review: Amazon's "Cross"

A review of the Amazon Prime series "Cross," highlighting its positive representation of race and the lead actor's performance, while noting a weak plot.

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EntertainmentCelebritiesRaceRepresentationTv SeriesCrime DramaAmazon PrimeAlex CrossAldis Hodge

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James PattersonEric DeggansAldis HodgeTyler PerryMorgan FreemanIsaiah MustafaJeremy WalmsleyJennifer WigmoreAshley Rios

What is the reviewer's overall assessment of the series?: While the series features compelling characters and performances, the plot is described as twisty and ultimately unsatisfying, undercutting its potential.
What are the strengths and weaknesses of the series, according to the review?: Aldis Hodge stars as a younger, more action-oriented Alex Cross, who uses his psychology skills to solve crimes and confronts racism within the police department.
How does the Amazon Prime series "Cross" reimagine the character of Alex Cross?: The Amazon Prime series "Cross" reimagines the popular James Patterson character Alex Cross as a Black man navigating a racist system.

Cognitive Concepts

2/5

Framing Bias

The review frames the series primarily through the lens of its representation of race and the performance of the lead actor, which, while important, overshadows a balanced assessment of its overall quality.

3/5

Bias by Omission

The review focuses heavily on the positive aspects of the show's casting and portrayal of race, while downplaying or omitting potential criticisms of the plot or other aspects of the production. This creates an unbalanced perspective.

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