Netflix has made the decision of dropping the LGBTQ tag from Dahmer — Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story after experiencing backlash from viewers.
The series about the Milwaukee serial killer was categorized with the LGBTQ tag but was recently removed following criticism from the community.The streaming platform tags every show and movie to make search queries easier for its subscribers.
Searching LGBTQ brings up shows like Heartstopper, Young Royals, Uncoupled, Alex Strangelove and many more. The series and films tagged with LGBTQ showcase characters that identify with the LGBTQ community giving representation to the often marginalized group.‘Dahmer: Monster – The Jeffrey Dahmer Story’ Locks Up Netflix’s Biggest Audience Since ‘Stranger Things’ ReturnTagging the Dahmer series with LGBTQ made some of those in the community upset as that is not the representation they want.
It’s known that Dahmer targeted men and boys, with some being from the LGBTQ community, and watching the series has added to the trauma of the victims’ families.“I feel like it fetishizes this whole horrible moment in Milwaukee history.