All Netflix articles
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OpinionHit Netflix Rom-Com Nobody Wants This, completely ‘misses the mark’ on faith
Woman Alive deputy editor Jemimah Wright shares her thoughts on Netflix interfaith romantic comedy Nobody Wants This, starring Adam Brody as a Jewish Rabbi and Kristen Bell as an agnostic podcast host.
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OpinionShould Christian singles take inspiration from Love is Blind?
A handful of singles enter soundproofed ‘pods’ where they then date other singles without ever being able to see their potential companion. This is the TV show everyone is talking about, Love is Blind. Watching purely for cultural research, Rachel Mataraki offers her pros and cons on the popular series.
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OpinionAs an introverted Christian, the new series of Bridgerton speaks my language
Sophie Dianne was surprised and delighted to resonate with Francesca Bridgerton, a character in the Bridgerton TV series. It reminded her of a prophetic word that said ‘everyone fits’.
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OpinionTwin Flames Documentary on Netflix, what it got right, and what it’s missing from a Christian perspective
The idea of ‘twin flames’ is that a soul sometimes gets split between two bodies. In reviewing ’Escaping Twin Flames’, Kate Orson explains why the concept is both wrong and dangerous.
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OpinionHow Netflix documentary ‘Beckham’ melted my heart and reminded me to seek a deeper relationship with Jesus
Netflix's latest documentary following the career of football ace David Beckham, got writer Rachel Allcock thinking about Jesus.
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OpinionNetflix’s How To Become a Cult Leader highlighted two things most Christians already know
Journalist Lauren Windle had two main takeaways from the latest cult documentary to hit Netflix, but they won’t be new information for Christians.
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OpinionA Christian’s guide to the new series of Netflix’s disturbing show Black Mirror
Lauren Windle offers a breakdown of the content of series six of Black Mirror from a Christian perspective, plus what the Bible has to say about the main themes.
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OpinionIf you related to Netflix’s Wellmania, Jesus can definitely help you out
Writer Lauren Windle watched Netflix’s Wellmania with interest and amusement, but couldn’t help thinking there was one route to ‘wellness’ the main character should have tried.
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OpinionWhy are women so obsessed with ‘bad boys’ like Joe from Netflix’s You? It’s time we changed the narrative
Premier presenter and comedian Cassandra Maria explains why our fascination with “bad boys” is just more proof that we need Jesus.
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OpinionI think all vicars should be taking tips from the writers of F.R.I.E.N.D.S when planning their sermons
Writer Lizzie Hutchison argues that the succinct writing of the famous American sitcom is something preachers could learn from.
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OpinionI watched Netflix’s Harry and Meghan documentary so I could pick a side in the royal rift, but Jesus convicted me about judging
Writer Shakira Peronet sat down to watch Netflix’s Harry and Meghan documentary with the popcorn ready to get the inside scoop on the royal upset. But all she could think about was Jesus’ response to judgement and the way he modelled love.
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OpinionNetflix’s Marilyn Monroe biopic Blonde is out today - it’s graphic and exploitative and Christians should avoid it
The world’s top Marilyn Monroe impersonator, Suzie Kennedy, was appalled by Netflix’s movie Blonde - the first X-rated film to be released on the streaming platform.
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OpinionNetflix's Indian Matchmaker says 'first comes marriage, then comes love', it's not very romantic but maybe she's right
In a culture where individual choice is king, more and more people like the idea of an arranged marriage. As Netflix’s Indian Matchmaking gains huge audiences, Woman Alive Editor in Chief Tola Doll Fisher, asks why we’re turning to seemingly outdated methods and wonders if a matchmaker would do a good job of finding her a husband.
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OpinionNetflix’s documentary Our Father about Dr Donald Cline is deeply disturbing… especially for Christians
Fertility doctor Donald Cline, an elder at his church, inseminated hundreds of women in his care with his own sperm without their consent. And disturbingly, he quoted the Bible as justification.
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OpinionIgnore Netflix, issuing a marriage ultimatum in your relationship is never a good idea and here’s why
A new Netflix reality show pushes couples to the brink with the ultimatum: ‘marry me or leave me alone’. Writer Lauren Windle explains why, despite being tempting, this is probably a terrible idea.
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OpinionA new generation is watching Friends thanks to Netflix, but should your teenager be one of them?
Friends is having a comeback as a whole new batch of teens follow the exploits of the six main characters. Here writer Lauren Windle, explains why she thinks you should let your older children watch it and why you should watch it with them too.
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OpinionNetflix’s Tinder Swindler is a dating app cautionary tale and Christians aren’t exempt
The shocking documentary exposes a conman who manipulated women into giving him thousands. Writer Lauren Windle explains why it would be foolish for Christians not to heed the warning.
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OpinionRicky Gervais’ Netflix series After Life is crude and brutal but offers a stark reminder about caring for the bereft
Famously atheist, Ricky Gervais undoubtedly doesn’t believe in the ‘after life’ but his dry humour and raw honesty is a reminder that working through bereavement can be slow and agonising.
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OpinionParty or pray: Netflix’s Don’t Look Up divides people into two categories in the end times
Netflix’s star-studded film Don’t Look Up paints a grim picture of the human response to end times. But, despite the chaos, writer Lauren Windle was moved when the political satire included a touching tribute to God.
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OpinionYour children should not be watching Squid Game – I’m 33 and I don’t know if I’m old enough
Lauren Windle shines the spotlight on Netflix’s new, extremely popular, show
