Netflix Promotes Sexualization of Children, Racist Stereotypes with New Film ‘Cuties’

Netflix, the global, mega-popular streaming service, recently came under fire for the reveal of their newest film acquisition: Cuties, a French film dedicated to the hypersexualization of young children.

In the now-updated poster and movie description, 11 year old girls pose in tight, revealing outfits on a glittering stage, with one girl even posing on all fours in a sexually suggestive manner. Their faces are sad to see–they look uncomfortable at best, miserable at worst. The description said:

“Amy, 11, becomes fascinated with a twerking dance crew. Hoping to join them, she starts to explore her femininity, defying her family’s traditions.” continue reading

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Skylar Ungerman