Baby Reindeer is one of those Netflix shows I clicked to watch because it became the most-watched TV show on the streaming platform in the UK soon after its release a few days earlier. And rightly so, because it’s a well-executed biographical drama centred around one man and his stalker.
Written by Richard Gadd; who also stars, along with Jessica Gunning (the stalker) and Nava Mau; the seven-part series has some welcome moments of unexpected humour, but by no means is Baby Reindeer a comedy or in parts, an easy watch.
What we get to see play out is the journey of the type of person who has a far-from-ideal relationship with his stalker – plus the circumstances that can lead to such a predicament.
By the end of this well-paced and acted true story, you will have plenty of interesting societal topics to think about, least of all how the police handle instances of stalking when reported.
One thing that came up for me as I watched is the idea that we can all be taken advantage of in the worst ways if we’re not careful. And especially given the ideal circumstances for the person looking to do the taking. It’s how many people find themselves in cults, after all. Their vulnerabilities shone brightly for the recruiters who knew precisely how to manipulate them.
Watch Baby Reindeer because it’s impressive. You’re guaranteed to have plenty to ponder and discuss afterwards.
Happy Film Loving,
G
The Movie My Life 
I hadn’t heard of this until now. Sounds like a series that asks a lot of hard questions about a number of societal concerns. It doesn’t take much for situations to escalate, and this sounds like that kind of story.
You’re spot on, monsieur Chess. Spot on! I hope you watch it and ponder plenty. 🤓
I saw it on the banner and wondered if it would be any good. Will give it a watch after I’m done with Vikings (which is hella good btw.)
I admit that I hear about Vikings being a good show every so often. 🤓 Thanks for helping to push it up my to-watch list.
As for baby Reindeer, I look forward to your thoughts on it – and happy pondering!
Gia, I will say that Vikings can get “intense” as it is based on old pagan practices. At the same time the scenery in it is breathtaking — and the Vikings themselves are gorgeous.
Will let you know after I watch BR.
I see. The double ‘scenery’ is what keeps you coming back. 😁
Ooh la la!
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I heard about this one. I’m down for great acting and a compelling story. I saw the stalker lady in the trailer and it looks like she’s great.
The stalker lady is fantastic. The main guy as well; everyone to be honest.
Very interesting post!
Thank you. I hope you enjoy it if you decide to watch. 🤓
Is it British? I’m intrigued but a bit worried!
Fully British, and executed well. Why the worry? Is it the darker elements?
Because British drama can get very gritty and I’m not always good with gritty! I’ll give it a watch and see how it goes!
So true, and you’re right. It certainly has its gritty moments.
You have me intrigued!
It’s very intriguing! 😁
Just finished this!!!!!! Did he find interest in the bartender at the end. He gave him af ree drink just as he did Martha.
Congrats on getting to the end! 😁🥂 I’m guessing that the exclamation marks mean that you enjoyed it as a drama, as tragic as the story is?
About the free drink, that’s the thing. Unless a sequel is created, we’ll never fully know how Baby Reindeer interprets that gesture, and whether he’s even aware of the correlation between that moment and how his relationship with Martha began.
It was hard to watch at times because it made me sad.
I fully agree.
It’s interesting isn’t it, I praise Richard Gadd for his brilliant performance, it must have been so hard filming it. I wrote this blog on it too. https://livingwithdan.com/2024/05/01/speak-about-mental-health-like-richard-gadd/
Hard to write, hard to film and I imagine quite healing, thankfully.