The head researcher of Netflix's The Crown has refuted claims that the series "misleads" its viewers. Undoubtedly, The Crown has been one of the most popular series on Netflix since its debut in 2016.
The series follows Queen Elizabeth II's life from the 1940s to the present day, delving into the complex relationships within the Royal Family.
After six seasons, The Crown is concluding with Part One debuting in November and the second and final part airing in December. Despite criticism for historical inaccuracies, the head researcher has defended the show.
The Crown researcher defends “misleading” accusations
After the show premiered its first trailer for Season 5, they added a disclaimer where they called the show “fictional dramatization.”
Following Dame Judi Dench's criticism of the show for blurring the lines between historical accuracy and crude sensationalism, The Crown’s head researcher, Annie Sulzberger, expressed confidence in the audience's discernment, stating to The Hollywood Reporter, “I simply think that the audience is smarter than that. We’ve never pitched ourselves as a documentary. We’re trying to show this country, these institutions, these people in a way that humanizes them and that gives us a little insight into our own culture. I don’t think it’s been misleading in the slightest.”
Sulzberger persisted, "The more recent the history, the more pained people are by things not being just [but] our approach to the show has consistently stayed the same, so our strategies have never changed."
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Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z netizen, I have mixed feelings about the recent controversy surrounding The Crown. On the one hand, I understand the concerns of critics who argue that the series misleads viewers by presenting historical events in a sensationalized and inaccurate way. On the other hand, I also appreciate the show's attempt to humanize the Royal Family and give viewers a glimpse into their lives.
I think it's important to remember that The Crown is a drama, not a documentary. It's not meant to be a completely accurate account of history. However, I do think the show has a responsibility to be as truthful as possible. It's important for viewers to be aware that some of the events depicted in the show may not have happened exactly as they are portrayed.
Overall, I think The Crown is a well-made and entertaining series. However, I would encourage viewers to do their own research and learn more about the Royal Family and British history before taking everything they see on the show at face value.
