PR agency sends sexist press launch on behalf of Netflix

In education for this ominous day, NYC-based totally PR firm MSL group published a list on behalf of its consumer Netflix, of romantic comedies and sports-themed movies available at the live-streaming service on the way to appeal to both ladies and men.

the press launch, which changed into despatched to US news web page Jezebel on Monday afternoon, is sexist and lame.

“men be warned: girlfriends and other halves around america. are going to take ‘no sports activities on television’ as an invitation to gain a few serious tv electricity — whether by way of recommending a favorite rom-com or multiple episodes from a favorite drama collection,” the clicking launch states.

“And, ladies be empowered! sports will now not be there to keep him this time.”

these are the films Netflix recommends guys watch as a “compromise” with their girlfriends.

“Silver Linings Playbook — satisfy her want for romance, and you’ll get the brought possibility to view Jennifer Lawrence the whole time.

“Peaky Blinders — by way of calling out all the accurate searching guys, you might be able to convince her to look at this Netflix original that’s packed with crime and movement.

“Scandal — multiple episodes and scenes with the lovely Kerry Washington. sufficient said.

“Rudy — Get her to recognize that everyone loves an amazing underdog tale so you can watch a few football.

“Friday night lights — every other fantastic manner to get some football in while offering the drama she loves.

“One Tree Hill — in case you’re extra of a basketball fan, this one’s for you, because it’s filled with drama each on and off the court docket. Plus, Sophia Bush.

“Rocky — Use words like ‘uplifting’ and ‘heartfelt’ to persuade her that is the film for you men to look at.”

Netflix tells ladies that is their moment to get their man addicted to a romantic comedy.

“Netflix has put together a listing of a number of the best content material to proportion together with your guy on the one day a yr the television is yours, no excuses.”

The list of cautioned movies and television series consists of pals, One Tree Hill, Scandal, grey’s Anatomy, Annie corridor, Grease, Maid in ny and both the Legally Blonde movies.