
'Redacted' is a crime drama that adopts a pseudo-documentary style to explore the harrowing realities of war crimes and their psychological impact. Typical elements of the genre include investigative storytelling, morally complex characters, and portrayals of crime consequences. However, 'Redacted' stands out by blending a fictional narrative with a documentary format, blurring the lines between fiction and reality. It uses firsthand-style interviews and multimedia footage, providing a raw, intimate look at the aftermath of the Iraq war on soldiers and civilians, distinguishing it from conventional Crime titles that often focus on traditional criminal investigations rather than the broader, wartime human experience.