Édgar Ramírez and Mandy Moore Talk ‘Dr. Death’: “No One Is Above Being Deceived"
Édgar Ramírez and Mandy Moore Talk 'Dr. Death' Research and Takeaways: "No One Is Above Being Deceived" https://t.co/l8K4kiZwi2
- The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) December 26, 2023
- The second season of Peacock's Dr Death anthology series, based on the Wondery podcast, delves into the true-crime story of pioneering Italian surgeon Paolo Macchiarini (Édgar Ramírez). His so-called genius invention? Biosynthetic tracheas, which he claimed were a medical breakthrough.
- True story: New York journalist Benita Alexander (Mandy Moore) profiles Macchiarini but ends up contributing to a Vanity Fair exposé that unmasks his true nature. A twisted relationship unfolded between them based on lovebombing, lies, and manipulation.
- The latter half of the season focuses on Alexander and whistleblowers seeking justice against Macchiarini for lies and patient deaths.
- Showrunner Ashley Michel Hoban emphasizes the importance of honoring the patients' stories.
- Moore's decision to join the project, made shortly after giving birth, was influenced by the story's uniqueness and her love for the first season.
- Both leads conducted extensive research to understand their characters' motivations, with Ramírez delving into the ethical aspects of being a surgeon.
- The series holds Macchiarini accountable for his crimes, but the ultimate justice is left open for discussion.
Did anyone watch this? I'm still in shock tbh. Angry and heartbroken for the patients, not sure where I stand on Benita.