WASHINGTON / LONDON (IT BOLTWISE) – The Pentagon has sharply criticized Netflix after the streaming service released a new military drama that tackles LGBTQ themes. The series, based on the memoirs of a former Marine, has drawn both praise and criticism. While some praise the portrayal as powerful and relevant, others see it as an ideological agenda.
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The Pentagon has harshly criticized Netflix following the release of new military drama ‘Boots’. The series is based on the memoirs of Greg Cope White and tells the story of a teenager who joins the US Marine Corps as a homosexual in the 1990s. That portrayal has sparked controversy, particularly as the Pentagon, led by President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, seeks a return to traditional military values.
In a statement, Pentagon press secretary Kingsley Wilson stressed that the US military would not sacrifice its standards for an ideological agenda. He criticized Netflix for regularly producing “woke garbage” that does not correspond to the army’s values. These statements reflect a broader debate taking place in the United States over the portrayal of LGBTQ issues in the media.
However, the series ‘Boots’ has also received positive response. Critics praise the series for its powerful portrayal and critical examination of the military’s anti-gay policies in the 1990s. The main actor Miles Heizer, himself gay, emphasized that the series is still relevant today despite its historical setting. This shows how social issues are reflected in the entertainment industry and what role streaming services play in this.
This controversy surrounding Netflix is not the first of its kind. Elon Musk had previously called for Netflix subscriptions to be canceled after a clip of a series with a transgender character resurfaced. These discussions highlight the tensions between traditional and progressive views in American society and how these resonate in popular culture.
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