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You are going to like the new reality cop show Killing Fields. Do I have your attention with an arrogant throw down like that first sentence? Well, I actually do think you will like this show simply because there is a lot to like.

First, true justice for victims doesn't always come easy and when it's about twenty years on and the police are truly still trying, well, then I'm interested as to why. The first season of Killing Fields is about just such a case. Second, all the principals are likable to the point you really feel for them, rooting for their success. Third, the producers have logically laid out the show with a proper amount of human interest sides about the principals who have REAL stamped all over themselves. It's as compelling as the crime story. And the pace of the story works without too much of that formulaic dreck so many crime shows use.

If I had one reason you should watch Killing Fields it would be retired/re-activated detective Rodie Sanchez. This guy has charisma dripping off of him. His humanity really comes through; his many failings, his never give up attitude, and his survivor mentality combine to make him a guy you want to watch. And, watch is what I want to do, but it seems Discovery network might not agree? Maybe the ratings weren't good? It won't be the first time stupid shows trumped better ones. After six episodes in season one there is no information on Discovery's site if and when the show will return. Perhaps this, in large par is due because there is nothing monumental against the enigmatic prime suspect, or anyone else. An indictment for this best suspect isn't going to happen it appears as he has ;lawyered up. In that shield there is really little that can be done without some real irrefutable evidence that may never come Like Rodie Sanchez this case is under my skin ( it only took six solid episodes) and I want more. Highly recommended even if the resolution is not obtained because Killing Fields is an interesting and entertaining show about real slow crime work which dedicated detectives who truly want justice even if it takes 20 years.

I have a bit of a mixed review here. On the one hand, I appreciate the character development of the lead investigators. However, as a southern lady, it's a tad offensive that the southern dialect is used in a manner that makes us appear drunken or uneducated. I can appreciate the beautiful imagery, however, putting an entire show in slow motion in an attempt to drag 15 minutes of contents into a 60 minute show is ludicrous. It's way to obvious, again I can appreciate the attempt at dramatic cinematography, but you could literally watch an entire episode in 5 minutes. Why not shoot footage from solved cases? I just watched an entire episode of the investigators dragging a river and dramatically pull out...wait for it...a hubcap. Come on Discovery, you're better than this. You have actual investigators, which works way better than the actors that are terrible...give them something to run with already.

Nothing happens, but luckily the same clips are repeated about 12 times an episode, so if you're not sure that nothing is happening, you soon will be. A good idea for a series ruined by an overly American approach to directing / editing, and the fact that the detectives couldn't solve a children's puzzle.

As others have said, this (have only watched the first season) 'series' could have been whittled down to 1/2 hr to one hour instead of this prolonged repetition of what just transpired. It certainly gives an interesting insight into the bayou area and mentality of its inhabitants and shows how tedious and frustrating police/detective work can often be. The characters are a mix of bright and decent types, like the female detectives and Aubrey, and the types like Rodie Sanchez and some of the other locals who are pretty stereotypical of what I expected to see here. No shortage of suspects and weirdos but in the end, even dna could not help solve this cold case. Justice for the victim Eugenie may still come but after many hours of watching this unfold, it was just unsatisfactory but obviously also how it sometimes is in the real world. Not sure I want to sit through another far-too-long explanation of a crime that is inconclusive at best. What was refreshing was the not-so-pleasant personality of detective Sanchez and his shortcomings, but also his own realization as to his strengths and weaknesses. Not all cops are the kind you see in tv crime shows. And not all are geniuses who solve all cases.