Netflix has faced criticism over the title of a reality series centred on individuals with Down Syndrome searching for romantic connections.
The recently debuted series, Down for Love, made its entrance on the streaming platform this past weekend, with its premiere date set on 11 August, and has left viewers divided.
Dating shows involving individuals with disabilities are not unprecedented, with Netflix’s Dating On The Spectrum receiving accolades.
But numerous individuals have expressed concern over the wordplay in the title of the new New Zealand show.
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As Netflix announced its new series on X (formerly known as Twitter), as well as mentioning its production in consultation with the New Zealand Down syndrome association, people showered the post with both praise and concerns.
“Why’d y’all name it that,” a person wrote.
Another viewer commented: “The title either deserves a medal or jail, there's literally no in between.”
“Ain’t no way you called it Down For Love!” a separate person chimed in.
Someone else wrote: “Ok, loving the show, the name could be better.”
Nevertheless, the new docu-series which features 10 individuals with Down syndrome on their quest for love was falso looded with comments of adoration on its YouTube trailer video.
An individual said: “I just watched the two first episodes and I loved it. I gained a new found appreciation for people with Down syndrome.”
Another person wrote: “Just watched the whole show today and I'm here crying because this is so wholesome, honest and fun to watch! Great show!
“Can't wait to see more of these wonderful guys.”
Zandra Vaccarino from the New Zealand Down Syndrome Association, explained that Down For Love “provided a chance to showcase not just the diversity within the Down Syndrome community, but celebrate a part of their lives that is often misunderstood or ignored – romantic relationships.”
She toldThe Spinoff: “People make assumptions that people with Down Syndrome may not want a relationship, or cannot have a relationship.
“I knew that people with Down Syndrome would be keen to have their stories told and to raise awareness that, just like everyone else, they also want to have meaningful relationships.”
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