Netflix is facing backlash from viewers in several countries following the recent release of award-winning film Cuties. Directed by Maïmouna Doucouré, the film has been criticised for sexualising young girls.
This is not the first time Netflix has faced criticism in regards to its decision to air controversial films and series. In this list, we look at four other controversial films and series available on Netflix in Thailand. You can still watch them, following your own judgement.
Cuties
Cuties tells the story of 11-year-old girl Amy who rebels against her conservative family's traditions. As a result, the young girl decides to join a group of dancers named "The Cuties" at her school and becomes increasingly fascinated with the free-spirited dance crew, and starts to become aware of her burgeoning femininity.
The film, criticised for sexualising young girls, won a directing award from the Sundance Institute in February. Though the movie is available in Thailand, its release has been delayed in Turkey after broadcasting watchdog RTUK ordered it to be removed saying it might lead to potential child exploitation.
Indian Matchmaking
The reality show follows a matchmaker who helps picky Indian and Indian-American clients find life partners. Touching on a centuries-old custom and the issue of arranged marriages in which families, friends or matchmakers bring together eligible candidates, the eight-episode show was criticised by some viewers as sexist, classist and casteist.
Despite its global popularity, Indian Matchmaking also triggered an online debate about arranged marriages in India after its release.
13 Reasons Why
The four-season American teen series tells the story of a 17-year-old high-school student who kills herself. Before ending her life, she leaves 13 tapes for 13 different people who could play a part in her decision to take her own life.
In the last episode of the first season, viewers get to see a scene of the teen slitting her wrists in a bathtub. The film has since been criticised for glorifying suicide and self-harm by various organisations and groups including the Parents Television Council in the US.
Last year, Netflix decided to remove the controversial graphic scene depicting suicide from the drama, following advice from medical experts.
365 Days
Released recently, the Polish film tells a story of Laura (Anna-Maria Sieklucka) who is imprisoned by Sicilian mafia boss Massimo (Michele Morrone) who gives her a year to fall in love with him.
The film was criticised for glamourising rape and sex trafficking following calls for its withdrawal by various parties including from British singer Duffy, who said the film carried high ratings for violence, sex and nudity.
