Perry Mason, the HBO series or How I Learned to Better Appreciate the “Perry Mason moment” in classic film

The author reminisces about growing up in the era of Perry Mason and is drawn to HBO’s revival series due to its 1930s setting and complex narrative. Despite never watching the original series, the author appreciates how the remake handles modern perspectives on race, sexuality, and mental health. The article praises the show’s cast, particularly Matthew Rhys’ interpretation of Perry Mason, and highlights the impressive set design, cinematography, and writing. The author further discusses their love for crime and noir films inspired by Perry Mason, mentioning classics such as “The Maltese Falcon”, “Shadow of a Doubt”, “Rear Window”, “12 Angry Men”, and “To Kill A Mockingbird”.