Evolution of a Criminal (2014)

Plot

At just 17, Darius Clark Monroe committed a bank robbery in 1997, leading to his incarceration. After serving his time, he attended NYU's film school, where he created this introspective documentary. Through his storytelling, Monroe seeks redemption while exploring the societal influences that pushed him toward crime. The film serves as both a personal reflection and an artistic endeavor, with notable support from executive producer Spike Lee, who also taught Monroe during his studies.