November 1st 2024.
Martha Stewart, the iconic businesswoman, has recently made headlines for her documentary that was released on Netflix. The highly-anticipated film by director RJ Cutler delves into Martha's remarkable career spanning decades, her successful home empire, and her time spent in prison in the early 2000s. The documentary, simply titled "Martha," has already climbed the charts on the streaming platform, but it seems that the 83-year-old was not too pleased with how she was portrayed.
In an interview with the New York Times, Martha expressed her disappointment with the final cut of the film, calling it "shocking." She revealed that the filmmaker had been granted extensive access to her life, but only used a small portion of it in the documentary. Martha was particularly upset with the final scenes where she appeared as a "lonely old lady" walking hunched over in her garden. She had specifically asked for those scenes to be removed, but the director refused to do so. Martha also explained that she had to undergo a difficult operation and was limping at the time, but the filmmaker failed to mention it, making it seem like she was unable to work at her usual pace.
The documentary also failed to showcase some of Martha's major achievements, such as her groundbreaking Martha Stewart magazine, her close relationship with her grandchildren, and her love for travel. Martha was also unhappy with the choice of music in the film, criticizing the use of a "lousy classical score" instead of rap music, which she enjoys.
Despite her criticisms, the director was still proud of the final product and stood by his decisions. He stated that the film is not meant to be a comprehensive biography but rather a glimpse into the life of a complicated, visionary, and brilliant human being. And Martha Stewart is certainly all of those things.
Martha has been in the spotlight for over four decades, starting with the release of her first cookbook, "Entertaining," in 1982. She quickly became a household name and went on to launch a successful magazine, host two TV shows, and pursue various business ventures. The Netflix documentary sheds light on some of her biggest moments in the spotlight and also gives viewers a peek into her personal life.
While there were some aspects of the documentary that Martha enjoyed, such as the first half, she felt that it failed to capture the modern and avant-garde elements of her work. Nevertheless, she remains a trailblazer in the world of business and continues to inspire others with her impeccable taste and business acumen.
If you are interested in watching "Martha," it is now available to stream on Netflix. And if you have a celebrity story or any other interesting content, you can reach out to The Agency entertainment team by emailing or calling them, or by visiting their Submit Stuff page. They would love to hear from you!
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