Richard Gadd, creator of the Netflix series 'Baby Reindeer,' based on his real-life stalking experience, reveals he underwent various therapies to cope with a stalker who sent him thousands of emails and voicemails. The show explores the trauma caused by the stalking incident, with Gadd expressing how it helped him 'own' his trauma. 'Baby Reindeer' portrays the harrowing experience of a comedian whose life changes dramatically after a chance encounter, leading to years of trauma akin to PTSD. The series has garnered praise for its exceptional writing and acting, offering a poignant depiction of stalking, trauma, and stand-up comedy. Gadd's toxic empathy towards his stalker is highlighted, along with his relief that the situation prevented further contact. Despite the unsettling nature of the show, viewers and critics alike have lauded 'Baby Reindeer' for its gripping and emotional storytelling.
Netflix's 'Baby Reindeer' review: One of the most brilliant and upsetting shows of 2024 https://t.co/YeCj7W1Q5Y
The True Story Behind 'Baby Reindeer': Comedian Richard Gadd Escaped His Stalker https://t.co/R7vS5LynVl
This is the true story behind Netflix's Baby Reindeer https://t.co/FO5Wj50US8 https://t.co/DykAlS49pp
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"Some people have described it as the most disturbing TV show of the year." Richard Gadd, writer and star of Netflix's Baby Reindeer which draws on his real-life experience of being stalked, tells #BBCWato it was ‘exhausting but cathartic’ to make. https://t.co/6CrEFen1KU
I would highly recommend watching #BabyReindeer on @netflix but be warned, it's a rough watch.
Viewers are absolutely loving Netflix's newest chilling drama Baby Reindeer, and the best part... it's based on a true story https://t.co/4bDOE7E4g8
The true story behind Netflix's Baby Reindeer https://t.co/FO5Wj50n2A https://t.co/8dHztBFVDW
Here’s every song on the 'Baby Reindeer' soundtrack on Netflix https://t.co/KRpzfhuhyG
Richard Gadd on Netflix’s Baby Reindeer and his real-life tale of stalking and trauma https://t.co/7SqSCF3OzO
If you're looking for something to watch, Baby Reindeer on Netflix is amazing (fucked up, but great).
‘Baby Reindeer’ arguably offers the most tender depiction of a stalker ever committed to screen. “Real stalking is a mental illness,” says creator Richard Gadd. “I saw a lot of humanity in her.” https://t.co/2BnvrHy2Ja
Does ‘Baby Reindeer’ creator Richard Gadd worry that his Netflix series will stir up interest from his real-life stalker? “The situation did result in a situation, shall we say,” he tells VF, “where she cannot contact me again.” https://t.co/TWriwUWKcr
‘Baby Reindeer’ opens with Donny confessing that the first time he saw Martha, he felt sorry for her—which is what creator Richard Gadd felt for his stalker too. “I have what people have called toxic empathy,” he says. “I do feel sorry for people a lot.” https://t.co/VBtrmHjNLq
Baby Reindeer on Netflix. Brilliant, horrifying, bleak, often hilarious. A remarkably acted study of stalking, trauma, abuse and stand up comedy. Highly recommended. https://t.co/SQmFxQEOh1
You've got to watch 'Baby Reindeer' on Netflix! 🙌 The first show I've binge-watched in a long time without picking up, or feeling the need to pick up my phone. It's THAT GOOD 😍 It's an emotional roller-coaster 🎢 Exceptional writing and acting 👌 https://t.co/05FYA465xQ
Inside the gruesome true story behind Netflix's Baby Reindeer: How a comedian's life of laughter was turned upside down after buying a crying stranger a cup of tea - prompting six years of harrowing 'trauma' which left victim in a state of fear like 'PTSD' https://t.co/UmNg8PMIoG https://t.co/S04epSBVra
"I'm, like, I'm getting stalked." Baby Reindeer — based on a true story — is now playing. https://t.co/7hxhSnXQZo
Creator of Netflix series Baby Reindeer Richard Gadd says he had 'every kind of therapy' to get over his own real-life stalker - who sent him 40,000 emails and 350 hours of voicemail - and says the show has let him 'own' trauma https://t.co/NGPwIPfgfv https://t.co/irlbFvThHs