Instead, rattled communities back then stocked up on padlocks and issued stern warnings to the women of the house -- don’t go out at night, dress modestly, etc. And this, to those who’ve ever doubted the importance of women telling women-centric stories, is one of the reasons why I’ll Be Gone in the Dark is such a proudly feminist story. Left in the hands of men, the genre has, for the longest time, revelled in sophisticated sleaze. The last time a female filmmaker attempted a true crime tale with such confidence, Charlize Theron won an Oscar and the world was introduced to the power of Patty Jenkins. … [Read more...] about I’ll Be Gone in the Dark review: HBO’s monumental series is a treat for true crime fans
