Erik Menendez slams Netflix's 'Monsters' for "lies" and "ruinous character portrayals"

Erik Menendez has publicly criticized Netflix's "Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story."

Erik Menendez, one half of the infamous Menendez brothers convicted of murdering their parents, has publicly denounced the Netflix series "Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story" created by Ryan Murphy. In a statement shared on X, Menendez expressed deep disappointment with what he views as the series' inaccurate and harmful portrayal of him and his brother. He specifically criticizes the show for perpetuating "ruinous character portrayals" and spreading "blatant lies" about their lives.
 

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Menendez's primary concern is the series' alleged misrepresentation of male trauma and sexual abuse. He claims that the show reinforces outdated and harmful narratives about these issues, potentially hindering progress made in understanding and addressing them. He also criticizes the series for allegedly exploiting their story for entertainment without regard for the truth.

This public statement adds another layer of complexity to the already controversial series. While the show aims to delve into the brothers' motivations and the events leading up to the murders, Menendez's condemnation highlights the ethical dilemmas inherent in dramatizing real-life tragedies, particularly when the subjects themselves dispute the accuracy of the portrayal.