JOURNAL ARTICLE

'The Lowdown' Is One of the Year's Best Crime Dramas.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Berman, Judy 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on *The Lowdown*, an FX crime drama set in Tulsa, Oklahoma, created by Sterlin Harjo and starring Ethan Hawke as Lee Raybon, an investigative journalist exposing corruption within a powerful local family. The series blends noir aesthetics with a nuanced exploration of community, privilege, and social justice, reflecting Harjo's ongoing interest in Indigenous and regional narratives. Lee's relentless pursuit of truth is complicated by his racial and social privilege, physical vulnerability, and the impact on his personal relationships. The show also features a diverse cast of characters who embody the complexities of Tulsa's multicultural community, grounding the story in a richly detailed local setting.

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2025/09, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:188242753
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