I listened to the podcast and eagerly anticipated the Netflix film adaptation. Unfortunately, the podcast is far superior, which is why I rated the film a 5/10. Kirat and Bobby's experiences moved me to write this review, as their story deserves more attention and nuance than what the film provided.

Many critics will label Kirat as naive, but this perspective overlooks the profound depravity of someone who meticulously plans and executes a crime of this nature. The film glosses over the complexities of the situation, failing to capture the emotional weight and impact of their experiences. It's disheartening to see that Netflix didn't delve into the details as thoroughly as the podcast did, leaving the story feeling incomplete and lacking the justice it deserves.

I truly believe this could be a Hollywood blockbuster with the right approach. If I were directing, I would focus on ensuring the real culprit is brought to justice and highlight the need for the authorities to recognise that this crime warrants a serious investigation. The story has the potential to not only entertain but also to shed light on important issues that must not be overlooked.

Kirat falls for a man named Bobby, who seems to enjoy a jet set lifestyle, unfortunately the relationship remains an online one for years, and when a meeting is arranged, there's always an excuse.

People are calling her out on stupidity, naivety and more, I get that, but I'd say it's worse than that, I'd call her out on need, a desperation to be loved, and on that basis, I'd say what happened to her was cruel.

For a documentary it's just too long, it really does lag in the middle, if it was punchier, it would have been so much better. It's definitely an interesting story, though I feel that most people, self included will be wondering just how on Earth it happened, after four years.

I struggled to understand the whole point of the catfish, there was nothing financial, it just seemed twisted, what did they hope to gain, it should have resulted in some sort of prosecution.

Bizarre isn't the word.

6/10.

So an hour and half and we dont get to know how close this cousin was to her or how their relationship was growing up or how the family reacted and tried to hold her accountable!! Seriously?? Very poor effort and ofc dnt get me started on the desperate not so pretty girl who let a fake profile work her for 9 years and got engaged to it! Like plz!! No phone call no selfies!!

She is extremely gullible that even after she went to his house she still didn't get around it ? ried to hold her accountable!! Seriously?? Very poor effort and ofc dnt get me started on the desperate not so pretty girl who let a fake profile work her for 9 years and got engaged to it! Like plz!! No phone call no selfies!!