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BBC's Luther
Questions on the pilot episode


- How is the lead character introduced? What do we Learn about them?

The character is introduced by giving chase to a suspect through an abandoned building as he storms through the buildings in an almost angry tone whilst the suspect squirms and panics as he runs away. During the first episode, he shows that he has past issues with the police force as he has been suspended before and is brought back in the first episode.

- What external and internal issues are there for the lead character? Consider Job, Family, Friends, money issue etc.

He has experienced multiple issues with the police and work as he was suspended for letting a man fall to his almost death. He is currently having issues with his ex-partner as she has found somebody else whilst he was away and has broken up with him unknowingly whilst he was suspended and at work. He seems to have a good amount of friends at work but isn't shown having many friends outside of work. There isn't really any money issues that are highlighted apart from subtle notices as his accommodation and his car, but that may not be due to him having money issues.

- How does BBC's Luther differ from American cop dramas? Consider visual style, action, characters, attractiveness, budget. 

The type of filming and story of Luther is gritty and dark with dramatic camera angles and edgy music. Whilst American cop dramas are almost comedic due to the over the top camera angles and cringy one-liners, as well as the music being ironic and not appropriate for the scenes.

- Why do you think Luther has become the BBC's top rating police drama?

I think that it has had an increase in viewers due to the story and characters being so addictive to watch and this is what makes people 'Binge' watch it on Netflix due to easy access and constant twists and cliff hangers.

- How is the story in the pilot episode compelling?

The episode is constantly full of plot twists and scenes of figuring out methods and intel about the killer which can be really compelling and addictive to watch.

- Who is the target audience for Luther?

The target audience for Luther is 15 - 40 as some of the scene can be quite graphic and violent to look at as well as there is bad language and acts of violence in the scenes

- What is the significance of having Hollywood actor Idris Elba as the lead star?

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