Netflix, Sexual Liberation, and Muslim Representation

In our new episode, we cover the latest controversy with Netflix and the French film, Cuties. We discuss how Netflix’s advertising creating a false impression and the consequence of story or advertisement by algorithm. We dig deeper into the obsession surround Muslim women liberation couched in removing the hijab or veil. We discuss how sexual liberation as defined by mainstream culture still upholds and perpetuates patriarchy by defining women’s value solely through sex, the male gaze, and social affirmation. We discuss the role of tinder and sex education and pornography in contributing to the discourse.