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I have no interest in MMA, have never heard of Lee Murray or this robbery but I love true crime docs so I figured I'd give it a shot. And it delivers. I was glued to the screen starting with episode two.

Episode one could've been left out entirely. It felt completely detached from the rest of the series. Just interminable fawning over this thug and his brief fighting career. MMA fans will no doubt be into this, but wasn't my jam.

Episode two onward is gripping stuff. Tons of surveillance footage and accounts from people who worked in the facility so you really get the feeling that you're experiencing the robbery as it happened. The ensuing police investigation is also extremely well done. Again, tons of detail and a fascinating play-by-play style account from police.

All in all, despite the first episode, it's an excellent series. My only only small beef is way they glorify this guy. He's no genius or fighting prodigy. Just a common street thug that loves to fight (in and out of the ring).

Has everything you'd want in a true crime documentary: a fascinating case, tons of archival footage, linear storytelling, very little (if any) re-enactments, a beautiful score and some stunning photography (Tokyo is a beautiful city). Not to mention interviews with the actual people involved. So many docs these days fail in at least one of these areas so it's nice to see one that does it all right for a change.

Obviously it's a sad case and a terrible situation for her family, so you can't fault her father for wanting answers. And that's another fascinating element to this case is the dynamic between her family (father, generally) and the Japanese police who handle things a bit differently than we're used to in the West.

Overall, one of the best true crime docs I've seen this year. Definitely recommend.

This is a prime example that you don't need a ridiculous, supernatural plot device (like a black phone) to make a good thriller. Just real people you can sympathize with.. in situations you can reasonably see yourself in.. showing real emotions.

The plot revolves around a couple who move to Bucharest where the local news is abuzz with reports that a vicious serial killer is on the loose. He works long hours at his new marketing job while she, feeling alone and isolated (not speaking the language), starts noticing a creepy guy watching her at night from his window in the adjacent apartment building. What follows is a dark, creepy ride through the streets of Bucharest as she tries to figure out who's who before she becomes the next victim.

It's a bit of a cross between Rear Window and Lost in Translation with a scene or two of pretty shocking horror.

Only minor complaints I had were the boyfriend (he was a little dull) and the cinematography could've been better. Bucharest is a beautiful city - wanted to see more of it.

All in all, great movie. Will be watching again for sure. Deserves a much higher score - critics got it right for once.