I was able to attend the premiere of the new HBO showWe Own This Cityin NYC. The show in itself isoutstandingand is a triumph for HBO. The same positive sentiment doesn’t extend to the star of the show, the city of Baltimore itself.

This show is a focused look at the failure of theGun Trace Task Forceand its impact on the city. While in attendance at the premiere I was able to speak with series producer George Pelecanos. The Wire last aired over a decade ago andWe Own This Cityis a harsh return to the city. Although we only spoke briefly I was able to ask if he felt there was any hope for his beloved city:

George Pelecanos Interview

Series star, and alum of The Wire, Celeste Olivia also spoke on this topic and her experience with the show:

Celeste Olivia Interview