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Netflix’s ‘Sierra Burgess Is a Loser’ criticized for scene when character pretends to be deaf
The movie stars Shannon Purser, who catfishes crush Jamey, played by ‘To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before’ star Noah Centineo. Continue reading
New ‘The Kids in the Hall’ comedy show in talks
By Shannon Cuciz Host, Global News Morning
The Kids in the Hall co-founder and actor Kevin McDonald said there are talks about the crew doing six new episodes. Continue reading
Netflix testing ads for its original content, and users aren’t pleased
“We are testing whether surfacing recommendations between episodes help members discover stories they will enjoy faster,” Netflix said in a statement. Continue reading
University of Alberta prof’s show debunking health myths picked up by Netflix
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
The show explores different approaches to health as well as health fads, but the host said the show is really “rooted in the evidence.” Continue reading
‘Stranger Things’ Season 3 delayed by Netflix
The streaming service didn’t reveal a release date for the season but the teaser trailer hints at summer 2019. Continue reading
‘Insatiable’ on Netflix: More than 100K sign petition to cancel ‘fat-shaming’ series
The show’s first trailer, released on July 19, follows Patty (played by Debby Ryan), a high school teen who is bullied over her weight. Continue reading
Netflix to film 32 acts at Montreal’s Just for Laughs
Netflix plans to film a slew of specials at Montreal’s Just for Laughs comedy festival. Continue reading
Comedian Michelle Wolf compares Ivanka Trump to herpes, tumours
Michelle Wolf, the comedian whose remarks about White House press secretary Sarah Sanders stirred controversy at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, has now set her sights on Ivanka Trump. Continue reading
Netflix spokesman Jonathan Friedland fired over use of N-word
Netflix CEO Reed Hastings says he fired the company’s top spokesman over use of the N-word. Continue reading
Netflix CEO defends ’13 Reasons Why’ renewal after backlash
“It is controversial,” Netflix’s CEO Reed Hastings said. “But nobody has to watch it.” Continue reading
