Vladimir Versailles in 'Evolution of a Criminal'

Vladimir Versailles wears a mask as Pierre the gunman in 'Evolution of a Criminal.'

 

'Evolution of a Criminal' a fascinating documentary directed by Darius Clark Monroe. The film centers on Monroe's experience as a 16 year old who robs a bank and goes to jail for 3 years. The film explores the impact of his crime on his family, his community and the victims. 

'Evolution of a Criminal' is a blend of documentary footage and re-enactments. The director skillfully mixes the two to tell a griping and revealing story. Actor Vladimir Versailles plays the role of Pierre in one of the re-enactments. Pierre was the gunman, one of Monroe's co-conspirators. They were all teens whose life trajectories changed within a few seconds. Monroe interviews everyone from his co-conspirators to the District Attorney who prosecuted his case, the bank tellers and his own family. 'Evolution of a Criminal' presents a comprehensive picture of what happened on that day and the subsequent fallout. Versailles is stellar in the role of Paul. We hear there is a distribution deal in place for the film (details emerging).