Netflix insists Baby Reindeer is a drama, not a documentary, despite calling it a true story.

Netflix He insisted on that. baby reindeer It is a “drama, not a documentary,” although the hit series is classified as a “true story.”

Speaking in Edinburgh Television FestivalNetflix’s UK vice president of content, Anne Mensah, said the streaming company would be “disappointed” if the claim that the story was true at the start of the series diminished the importance of the story, which touches on themes of sexual assault and harassment.

“I absolutely agree that we made the show a drama, not a documentary, and that will continue to be the way we watch the show,” he said (via The Telegraph).

It comes after the company came under scrutiny from those who claim to have appeared in the series, which was created and stars the Scottish comedian. Richard Judd.

Also a championship Jessica Gunning Like its stalker, Martha Scott, Baby Reindeer is a dramatic account of Gad’s own experiences.

Lawsuit Against Baby Reindeer

After the surprise success of the program, a woman was named Fiona Harvey He came forward and claimed to be the inspiration behind Martha, claiming the story was inaccurate and filing a $170 million lawsuit against Netflix.

When asked about the controversy surrounding the series and its claim to be a “true story,” Mensah said: It was “incredible” how much the program affected people. He noted an increase in the number of men calling hotlines seeking help.

“It was important for those reasons,” she said. “If I feel it detracts from that, I would be completely disappointed, but I fully support the entire show.”

He also insisted that the series was not intended to stir controversy, explaining that Netflix “does not make series for publicity.”

“It was about giving the creator the space to tell their story and that’s true in everything we do,” he added. “That’s the important thing; if you’re looking for publicity, that’s the opposite of what I believe in.”

Misnah said that too. Netflix wasn’t trying to “manipulate anyone.” [con] algorithmHe added: “The truth is much simpler, which is: [que] The audience is incredibly smart and incredibly diverse, and they see the good stuff, not the boring stuff.