Martha Stewart Critiques Netflix Documentary

Martha Stewart has criticized her new Netflix documentary, 'Martha', directed by R.J. Cutler, expressing dissatisfaction with its soundtrack, camera angles, and the final scenes that depict her unfavorably. In an interview with the New York Times, she described the last scenes as making her look like a 'lonely old lady' and lamented the absence of rap music, which she felt was essential to the film. Cutler responded on the podcast The Town, acknowledging her feedback and stating that he was not surprised by her reaction, emphasizing the collaborative process of filmmaking. Stewart also mentioned her desire to create a sequel to the documentary, noting that significant parts of her life were omitted. Despite her criticisms, she admitted that some valuable content emerged from the documentary process, although she found the experience of discussing her feelings with Cutler uncomfortable. Overall, Stewart's mixed feelings highlight a tension between her expectations and the filmmaker's vision.