Damson Idris, Dave Andron pay tribute to J. Singleton through Snowfall series finale
The End of an Era: Snowfall co-creators Damson Idris and Dave Andron pay homage to John Singleton in the series finale
WARNING: This article contains significant spoilers from the latest episode of Snowfall on FX.
Snowfall has come to a close, leaving viewers spellbound and yearning for more. In a gripping series finale, lead actor Damson Idris and showrunner Dave Andron sat down to discuss the end of an era.
The popular drama, set against the backdrop of the 1980s crack epidemic in Los Angeles, was a creation of the late John Singleton.
He expressed his deep admiration for Singleton's vision and creativity, acknowledging the debt owed to the iconic filmmaker.
According to co-creator, the show serves as a prologue to the iconic film Boyz n the Hood, showing us how the neighborhood got to the point we see in the movie.
For those curious about the fate of Franklin in the series Andron has some insight to share.
The decision not to kill off the character was a deliberate one, with some arguing that it would be too easy of an escape for Saint.
He's done irreversible damage to his community and the people around him, and death would mean he wouldn't have to face the consequences of his deeds.
Instead, he is left to face the full weight of his choices, with no place to call home except for Cissy's house - a constant reminder of the destruction he's caused.
It's a certain kind of hell that Dave and his team believed was fitting for the role. Franklin is forced to live among the junkies he's responsible for, with no escape from the consequences of his actions.
The dramatic irony of the situation felt right to the creators, and serves as a powerful reminder of the impact that one person's choices can have on an entire community.
Idris, who portrayed the ambitious drug dealer F. Saint, spoke about the emotional toll of saying goodbye to a character he had lived and breathed for years.
He credited executive producer's guidance and support in helping him bringing the person to life and cementing his place in the annals of TV history.
The finale was a fitting tribute to Singleton's legacy, as the show's characters grappled with the fallout of their actions and the harsh realities of life on the streets.
