Fans Debunk Netflix’s Guns N’ Roses Documentary: “Full of Inaccuracies”

The so called Netflix’s latest documentary on Guns N’ Roses has sparked controversy among the band’s die-hard fans, who claim the film is riddled with inaccuracies and misleading narratives. The documentary, released last week, promised an in-depth look at the rise, fall, and resurgence of the legendary rock band, but many viewers say it fails to present a true and balanced account.Fact-Checking the DocumentaryFans took to social media to point out discrepancies in the documentary, particularly regarding the band’s early days and internal conflicts. Some longtime followers noted that the film misrepresented the role of key members, including guitarist Izzy Stradlin, whose departure in 1991 was downplayed.“Izzy was one of the main songwriters, and the way they glossed over his exit is ridiculous,” one fan tweeted. “You can’t tell the Guns N’ Roses story without giving him proper credit.”Another major point of contention is the portrayal of Axl Rose’s alleged feuds with bandmates. While the documentary paints him as a volatile frontman responsible for the band’s struggles, some fans argue that it oversimplifies complex relationships and ignores external factors like record label pressures.“They made Axl look like the villain of the story, but there was way more to it,” a fan wrote on Reddit. “If anything, it was a mix of egos, addiction, and industry problems that tore them apart.”Archival Footage and MisinformationSeveral fans also accused the documentary of using misleading footage, including concert clips from different time periods being edited together to create false narratives. Others pointed out that some “exclusive interviews” were simply repurposed clips from older media appearances.“They used footage from the Use Your Illusion tour and made it seem like it was from the Appetite for Destruction era,” said a fan on a Guns N’ Roses forum. “That’s just lazy storytelling.”Band’s Reaction?So far, the members of Guns N’ Roses have not publicly commented on the documentary. However, sources close to the band suggest they were not directly involved in its production, leading to further speculation that Netflix prioritized drama over accuracy.Despite the backlash, the documentary remains one of the most-watched music films on Netflix this month. Whether the streaming giant will address the criticism remains to be seen, but one thing is clear—fans of Guns N’ Roses aren’t letting the inaccuracies slide.What do you think? Did Netflix get it wrong, or are fans overreacting? Let us know in the comments!