Critics and Fans React to Ed Gein-Centric 'Monster' Season and Its Controversies
The Netflix series 'Monster: The Ed Gein Story' has gained popularity, ranking No. 2 on the platform, and is sparking mixed reactions. Critics have given it a 20% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, citing it as potentially exploitative and sensational, while audiences are more favorable, praising the acting and emotional depth. The show explores Ed Gein's mental health struggles and questions the nature of monstrosity, with some viewing it as a critique of media sensationalism and societal desensitization.