If there’s only one series to watch on Netflix right now, it’s My Little Reindeer. This British drama, consisting of seven episodes, tells the story of how a young comedian became the victim of a stalker for several years. At the head of the project, Richard Gad tells his own story. He writes, directs and plays his role on screen.
A worshiper like no other
This hell started more than ten years ago. As in the series, Richard Gad tries to break into the performing arts field on his own and goes to small bars in England without success. To earn money, he takes a job as a bartender. One day, out of kindness, he offered a cup of tea to a customer. This gesture marks the beginning of a nightmare.
“At first everyone in the pub thought it was funny to have a fanRichard Gad explains time. Then he invaded my life. He went to my shows, waited outside my house, and sent me hundreds of voicemails and emails.“,
In total, after five years of harassment, the actress received 40,000 emails, 350 hours of voicemails, 100 pages of letters, 45 Facebook messages and more than 740 tweets. He also accepts gifts such as boxers and hats.
freedoms from reality
Considering that the seriousness of the facts was not high, the police did not provide assistance to Richard Gad. After pleading with the authorities, Richard Gaddy obtains a restraining order that prohibits his harasser from approaching him, his friends, and his family.
In 2019, to overcome the trauma, Richard Gad adapted his story into a show called baby deer. A show that became a Netflix series five years later. The true identity of her stalker was always kept a secret. To avoid its recognition, the creator claims to have taken several liberties.
“We’ve gone to great lengths to hide his identity, so much so that I’m not even sure he’ll recognize himself.he explains GQ. What remains authentic, however, is the emotional truth of the story. This is not a detailed portrait.“
My Little Reindeer is available on Netflix.
Source: Allocine
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