New police series based on a novel
A new police series, Les Disparus des Argonnes, has been adapted by Julie Peyr and Safy Nebbou from a novel written by Peyr. The story is inspired by the real-life disappearances of young men during military service in the 1980s.Actresses star in the series
The series features actresses Alix Poisson and Anne Charrier in leading roles. It does not attempt to reinvent the true crime genre but instead explores it in a modest and controlled way.Focus on societal reflection
The adaptation follows the principle of avoiding excessive focus on killers. Instead, it expands on what an investigation can reveal about an era, a place, and a society.Series aims to elevate the genre
Les Disparus des Argonnes seeks to address the true crime genre with respect, aiming to move away from criticism that it is often voyeuristic or mediocre.
