Despite having a presence in the true crime genre, Netflix is facing backlash from fans who find one of its documentaries to be morally reprehensible, five years after it gained viral popularity.
Each month, Netflix introduces a selection of fresh true crime documentaries to its streaming platform. As a result, it has become a popular destination for fans of the macabre to come together and delve into some of the most unsettling cases in existence.
In 2019, a documentary that garnered attention was Don’t F**k with Cats: Hunting an Internet Killer. It delves into the tale of internet detectives launching a global pursuit, and delves into the offenses and apprehension of Luka Magnotta.
The case is disturbing and made even more appalling by the inclusion of video footage depicting animal cruelty and murder. Despite its ranking as one of the top documentaries of 2019 on the platform, fans are now reconsidering their views on the contentious topic.
Several users on a Reddit thread discussing the most morally reprehensible documentaries mentioned Don’t F**k with Cats as a top contender.
One person expressed, “The story portrays itself as a heroic narrative where the narrators and main characters apprehend a (although admittedly evil) kitten murderer… but not without falsely accusing and ultimately pushing another individual to take their own life beforehand.”
The online sleuths are talking about Edward Jordan, a man who they first suspected of being the elusive internet killer. Jordan sadly passed away by suicide and was evidently struggling with depression.
Another comment stated, “I remember seeing that a while back and it completely disgusted me. They just casually shrugged off the fact that they pressured someone to take their own life and then continued their hunt for the cat killer. After that, I haven’t watched any Netflix documentaries because I fear they will be just as repulsive.”
“Another person mentioned, “I could be mistaken, but did the internet users actually assist in solving the case? I recall watching until the police identified the culprit and thinking, ‘Okay, but the online community wasn’t involved in any way.’”
“Another user expressed their frustration with the series, particularly its unnecessary length, by stating, “What really got to me was that, in the end, the main villain’s actions were motivated by a desire for fame and attention.”
The documentary then shifts the blame onto the audience, suggesting that by watching and giving the subject notoriety, they are also somewhat responsible.
To delve deeper into the most disappointing content on Netflix, be sure to check out our explanation of Baby Reindeer’s conclusion. Additionally, you can gain insight into the documentary by Connor Stalions on Netflix, or discover the real-life events that inspired The Asunta Case on the streaming platform.
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