Martha Stewart recently expressed sharp criticism of Netflix’s new documentary about her, titled Martha, which premiered on October 30. Despite initially supporting the project, Stewart was not pleased with the way the latter parts of the documentary turned out. She mentioned in interviews that the director, R.J. Cutler, disregarded some of her feedback, leaving her dissatisfied with the portrayal of certain aspects of her personal and professional life.
The documentary delves deeply into Stewart’s highs and lows, including her early career, insider trading scandal, time in prison, and eventual comeback. While it showcases her remarkable rise to becoming a media mogul, Stewart has publicly noted that certain narrative choices, especially in the final scenes, did not align with her vision for the project. This candid review from Stewart underscores the challenges that can arise when public figures allow filmmakers to explore their lives with creative independence.
Viewers can now watch Martha on Netflix and judge for themselves how well the documentary captures the essence of this lifestyle icon.
