A little adjustment with massive consequences.
has always been more complicated than its sunny, cosy murder-mystery reputation suggests. It exists in a unique space as a prime-time returning drama with a predominantly Black cast, yet it relies on clichés – the Bumbling White Genius detective and his succession of young, beautiful, Black female sidekicks – that can make a more progressively-minded viewer wince a little.
Protective fans might argue that the culture clash of British plod with Caribbean officers is integral to the nature of the series. We wouldn't disagree – comedy and drama need friction like an engine needs a spark plug. Likewise, detective dramas rely on their central character being smart enough to stay a step ahead of the audience, it's inherent in the genre. No arguments here!
But historically the writing team has been predominantly white and male, and, well – forgive us if you've heard this one before – better representation behind the cameras makes for better representation in front.
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