Deaf U: Le campus en langue des signes

I found this in Netflix's documentary section because deaf culture fascinates me. I quickly found out, however, that this is a reality show, not a documentary. The filmmakers seems to go out of their way to simplify relationships between students (mainly by focusing on just 5-6 students in a school of 1000) and enhancing the drama between them.

That being said, the characters the students play are interesting, and I ended up watching the whole season. I also learned about deaf culture, though my time would probably have been better spent just watching Cheyenna's Youtube videos.

People expecting this to be a typical documentary series are bound to be a little disappointed. This was clearly catered to a hearing audience to bring in more ratings and hopefully more seasons. However, reality TV bashing aside, it was a great show. It was fun, fast paced, and a little emotional. All of the cast members are so relatable, and they're what make the show worth watching. Although it could have been a little more inclusive (international Deaf students, black Deaf women, more "Elite" Deaf POC) that leaves room for new opportunities for future seasons with new cast members. This is a great show to try and get more people to start talking and becoming more educated on Deaf culture.

Out of absolute boredom, I ran across this show (being billed as a documentary) however it was less documentary and more of a reality show about a group of deaf students who spend all their time instagramming and sleeping around. I imagine the producers searched for the most attractive group they could find and then asked them to talk about their sex lives, which seem to consist of a rotation of sleeping with one another, except for the one bisexual girl and her lesbian gf. I watched the entire season, hoping it would get better but it was entirely more of the same, just a group of 20yr olds drinking, screwing around, and eating ramen noodles. Most the females were fairly attractive, with the exception of the one "elite" blonde who looked entire like a stripper in training. If you're looking for actual information on deaf culture, this is NOT the place to find it.

I came expecting a wholesome show with a fresh setting and I got the same old trash with a fresh setting...

I was so excited for this docuseries. Living right outside DC, I'm familiar with Gallaudet and the city. But it was shallow, plodding and just downright uninteresting. And what was with "The Elites"? Probably something also shallow and ridiculous but I wish they would have addressed it more. I wish they would have put a bigger finish on the end but maybe they are hoping for a 2nd season. Doubt I'll be watching.