Dot Cottan isn’t your typical baddie. He’s not a sleek mastermind in a tuxedo. No, he’s a sweaty, paranoid, chain-smoking police officer who looks like he’s about to have a heart attack at any second. And that’s exactly what makes him brilliant.
Craig Parkinson plays Dot with this incredible, fidgety energy. You watch him, and you think: He did it, right? But wait—no, he’s just a clumsy idiot. Or is he? It’s a masterclass in making a character both pathetic and terrifying. Honestly, it’s like watching a weasel try to run a marathon.
Why His Performance Matters (Even to You!)
Here’s the fun part: Parkinson’s performance is a reminder that life is more fun when you embrace the chaos. Dot is constantly improvising, lying, and getting caught in his own web. And yet, you can’t help but root for him—just a little.
That’s the trick. Parkinson makes Dot so human that you almost forget he’s a criminal. You see the panic in his eyes, the way he sweats under pressure. It’s a lesson in empathy, honestly. Even bad guys have their reasons—even if those reasons are totally bonkers.
