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Netflix News Roundup: Squid Game Lawsuit, Black Mirror Renewed, Director’s Scandal, and The Witcher Controversy
Squid Game Controversy: Lawsuit Filed by Ex-Contestants
Two former contestants of Squid Game: The Challenge are seeking legal action after suffering hypothermia and nerve damage due to cold conditions on set. The contestants have hired a personal injuries law firm and have sent letters of claim to Studio Lambert, a co-producer of the show. No lawsuit has been filed yet, according to a spokesperson for the show.
Black Mirror Renewed for Seventh Season
Netflix has officially renewed the hit anthology series Black Mirror for a seventh season. Despite a four-year hiatus, the sixth season became Netflix's most-watched, solidifying its deserving renewal. The release date for season 7 has not been announced yet.
Director Scandal: Misuse of Netflix Funds
Director Carl Erik Rinsch allegedly misused Netflix money by investing in the stock market, buying cryptocurrency, and indulging in luxuries instead of completing the sci-fi series he was contracted to deliver. Rinsch's erratic behavior on set, including claims of his wife plotting to have him killed, led to complaints from the film industry union in Brazil. Netflix and Rinsch are currently in a legal dispute over the money.
The Witcher Controversy: Author Confirms Creative Differences
Author Andrzej Sapkowski confirmed rumors that creative differences between the writer's room and himself led to Henry Cavill's exit from The Witcher. Sapkowski revealed that Netflix did not listen to his ideas, jokingly impersonating an executive who dismissed him as just a writer. Liam Hemsworth will replace Cavill in the upcoming seasons of the show.
Source: Francisca, Pop Culture Enthusiast
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