Why the Social Commentary in Netflix's Witcher Doesn't Work

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Published on April 1, 2023 4:00:10 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbH-dmEXOpQ

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Allegory is integral to the Witcher Saga. Every character, book and game aims to convey insight into very real world issues. Netflix's adaptation attempts to be as poignant as its source material, but ultimately lacks the empathy to go beyond its safe view of the world.

This is the third part of a five part series focused on understanding Netflix’s adaptation of Andrzej Sapkowski’s fantasy saga. Throughout, we will look at why certain decisions were made by the production team, why it may not have connected with audiences and make sense of the behind the scenes drama that has led many fans to grow increasingly frustrated at the direction the show is being taken in.


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Piróg or there is no gold in Gray Mountains - Andrzej Sapkowski essay about fantasy (including Slavic fantasy): https://www.reddit.com/r/wiedzmin/comments/ek0tyu/pir%C3%B3g_or_there_is_no_gold_in_gray_mountains/

Co-Written and performed by Antoine & Alexandre Heuillard
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00:00 Introduction
00:02:37 Imperialism & Colonialism
00:17:00 Racism & Bigotry
00:29:44 Perpetuation of Damaging Myths
00:40:30 Historical Revisionism & Cultural Appropriation
00:50:58 Sexual Abuse & Gender Issues (Part 1)
01:02:10 Spoilers for Robert Eggers' The Witch (2015)
01:02:48 Sexual Abuse & Gender Issues (Part 2)
01:10:10 Mental Health & Self-Harm
01:15:33 Global Warming & Environmental Issues
01:18:35 Empathy VS Callousness
01:28:02 Conclusion

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