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True Crime Ethics: Storytelling or Sensationalism?
22 May
Summary
- Summit panel to explore true crime's line between storytelling and sensationalism.
- Key figures in true crime TV production and academia will participate.
- The event on June 2 will also feature industry leaders and a Netflix keynote.
The Reality TV Summit will delve into the critical issues facing unscripted television, with a dedicated session titled 'The Truth About True Crime' on June 2. This panel aims to examine the ethical tightrope walked by true crime documentaries, exploring the distinction between captivating narratives and exploitative sensationalism. Participants will include experts such as criminologist Professor David Wilson and Felicity Morris, producer of acclaimed series like 'The Tinder Swindler.'
Industry perspectives will be provided by Sky's Bruce Fletcher, offering a commissioning viewpoint on the genre's growing investment in premium content. The discussion will question who ultimately holds power in true crime storytelling: the creators, broadcasters, or the audience. The summit, taking place at the Tab Centre as part of SXSW London, also features a keynote from Netflix UK's Syeda Irtizaali and a masterclass with the Taskmaster team.
