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Culture Chat: Netflix’s ‘The Crown’
Dec 1, 2023
The podcast discusses the final season of 'The Crown' and its controversial portrayal of Princess Diana's death. It evaluates the show's depiction of the royal family and explores the evolving perception of them. The hosts speculate on the future of 'The Crown' and provide cultural recommendations. They also encourage listeners to submit questions for a book recommendation episode.
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- Opinions on the quality of Season 6 of The Crown varied, with some critics finding it lacking and soap opera-like, while others found it enjoyable and not as negatively portrayed as suggested.
- The portrayal of Princess Diana's death and the subsequent impact, as well as the depiction of Dodie's father, Mohammed Al-Fayed, in Season 6 of The Crown, generated mixed reactions and controversies, with differing opinions on their accuracy and depth.
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Mixed reviews for Season 6 of The Crown
The latest season of The Crown, depicting the end of Princess Diana's life and her death, has received mixed to positive reviews in the US and negative reviews in the UK. Some critics found the first half of the season to be lacking, describing it as too close to a soap opera. However, others found it enjoyable and not as negatively portrayed as the critics suggested. The emotional impact of the season was questioned, with comparisons made to previous portrayals of the royal family in The Queen. Overall, opinions on the quality and reception of the season varied.
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