Crime & Punishment

This television adaptation of Fyodor Dostoevsky's classic novel follows Rodion Raskolnikov, an impoverished ex-student in St. Petersburg who concocts a plan to murder a pawnbroker, believing he can get away with it due to his perceived intellectual superiority. Haunted by guilt and paranoia, Raskolnikov navigates the psychological torment of his crime, becoming entangled with a shrewd detective who suspects his involvement.

The 2007 BBC adaptation of Crime and Punishment was generally well-received for its atmospheric portrayal of 19th-century Russia and strong performances, particularly from John Simm as the tormented Raskolnikov. Critics praised its fidelity to the spirit of Dostoevsky's novel while acknowledging the challenging nature of the source material.

• Praised for its dark and brooding atmosphere.

• John Simm's performance as Raskolnikov was a highlight, capturing his inner turmoil.

• Considered a faithful and compelling adaptation of the classic novel.

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This adaptation was filmed on location in and around Riga, Latvia, which was chosen for its period architecture that could convincingly stand in for 19th-century St. Petersburg.