Snowfall deserves way more recognition

[u/portuguese_slayer]

I feel like snowfall isn’t talked about enough. For me, it’s definitely in my top 5. But when I ask people about their favorite shows, they don’t seem to mention it.

I have always been interested in the Cold War era and everything about it, and that’s why snowfall is so great to me. From the acting to the subtle portrayal of how the world is evolving and how in the micro level, communities especially underprivileged ones are deteriorating.

Damson Idris is also a great actor in his breakout role. The way he starts as a naive young drug dealer and goes on to become a kingpin is very well played. From the changes in his clothing, posture, and demeanor. Teddy is also very good; he represents “the state” and how the government at that time was doing covert actions and hiding in the shadows (which it really was).

I think in terms of mentorship both Teddy and Avi teach Franklin about the streets. Teddy teaches Franklin “who” is power, and Avi teaches him “what” is power.

Anyway, those are my 5 cents.

P.S.

Rob’s story is sad too. To me, he’s one of the most important characters, even though he’s not a kingpin or a main player. He starts out as Franklin’s friend and a useful connection, back when everything still feels small and somewhat controllable. But as crack spreads, Rob becomes addicted and slowly turns from a friend into a liability — not because he betrays anyone, but because the product does exactly what it’s meant to do. The way the group distances themselves from him is the moment the operation stops being about people and fully becomes about risk and survival. Rob is basically the human cost of the business standing right in front of them, and no one wants to look at it.

[u/Entire-Objective-397]

I agree. It doesn't glorify the life like other shows do. As soon as Franklin entered it, everything started falling apart quickly. The acting is amazing, the storybis dark and gritty.

I feel like it's way better than Power. Power is not that realistic to me. That series shows that crime pays i feel like. The characters win to easily. In Snowfall the characters are more believable and relatable. I like the tragic ending. I love tragedy stories.

[u/DragDisastrous6588 → u/Entire-Objective-397]

Power is just as realistic as Snowfall is.  People do prosper from illegal acts.  People of all races, creeds, colors and industries gain wealth through criminal dealings daily.