Louis Theroux’s new Netflix documentary Inside The Manosphere has sparked questions about the filmmaker’s own religious background and what he has said about his faith
The latest documentary from Louis Theroux has already sparked a significant reaction among viewers since it debuted on Netflix.
It is the author and filmmaker’s first full-length title for the streaming platform and the latest in a distinguished career of creating thought-provoking films that scrutinise society. In Inside The Manosphere, Louis engages with some of the most contentious social media influencers who form part of this subculture.
These figures have established their reputations by expressing controversial views online. However, whilst doing so, they assert they are guiding young men on how to lead their lives.
The documentary also highlights the extraordinary measures these influencers take to generate income, with the majority raking in millions, reports the Mirror.
Some of the debatable views these content creators disseminate seem to concentrate on the same subjects. Primarily the role of women, whilst a few also appear to repeatedly mention Jewish people.
Louis endeavours to discuss and address these anti-Semitic messages shared by the subjects of the documentary. This has led many people to question whether Louis Theroux is Jewish himself. Here’s what you need to know.
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Is Louis Theroux Jewish?
Viewers may recall Louis being questioned about his own religion in previous documentaries. The broadcaster has typically avoided responding directly, as that is usually not what the documentary is aiming to explore.
However, he has spoken about his faith on numerous occasions. In his Ultra Zionists special for the BBC, he disclosed that he is an atheist.
Reflecting on his encounter with neo-Nazis, he also revealed: “I can disclose this now… I’m not actually Jewish. I have no problem with being identified as Jewish, but it’s just not a factual statement.”
If you Google the question: ‘Is Louis Theroux Jewish?’ there is a possibility its AI summary tool will claim that he is. It might also suggest that he has Jewish ancestry. According to the man himself however, this is not accurate.
It makes the same error for his cousin, actor and screenwriter Justin Theroux. However, in that case it is sourcing the information from an interview with the showrunner of The Leftovers, which Justin starred in.
Speaking to American Magazine, Louis touched on the role of religion during his upbringing, sharing that his parents were “both lapsed in their faiths”.
He added: “My dad was raised Catholic and my mum was Church of England, but we never went to church growing up. If anything I do feel I missed out on it a bit. Because I think [faith] gives you a mental furniture and almost something to push back on.”
Louis Theroux: Inside The Manosphere is streaming on Netflix
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