Common Sense Media Review
By Susan Yudt
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Intense crime drama about family and faith has heavy themes.
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Rough Diamonds
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What's the Story?
In ROUGH DIAMONDS, Noah Wolfson (Kevin Janssens) returns home to Antwerp following the suicide of his younger brother, Yanki. Noah left his family -- a respected dynasty of diamond dealers -- and their Haredi Orthodox community to live a secular life in London, raising a young son. But when he discovers that Yanki was deeply in debt to bookies, he decides to stay in Antwerp and protect his family from forces that threaten their reputation, their financial future -- and their lives.
Is It Any Good?
The series shines both as an action-filled crime thriller and a compelling, nuanced portrait of a family and community in crisis. The longer Adam stays in Antwerp, the more layers of corruption and betrayal emerge. But he's also reminded of the power of faith, ritual, and connection -- a way of life that appeals to his young son, Tommy, who navigates the tight-knit community with curiosity and openness. The performances in Rough Diamonds are outstanding all around, and the characters are complex, torn between loyalty and self-preservation in an industry they once dominated.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about religion and belief systems. How does Rough Diamonds portray the Haredi Orthodox community in Antwerp? What is Adam's relationship to his former religion and culture?
What are the family dynamics in Rough Diamonds? What motivates each of the characters? What do they want from each other, and how do they go about getting it?
Talk about the women characters in this show. What are their roles in the family and community?
TV Details
- Premiere date : April 21, 2023
- Cast : Kevin Janssens , Ini Massez , Robby Cleiren
- Network : Netflix
- Genre : Drama
- TV rating :
- Last updated : April 28, 2023
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