‘Quiet on Set’ Documentary Reveals Deep-Rooted Abuse in Nickelodeon's Past, Faces Criticism for Handling of Sensitive Content

The docuseries exposes historical abuses at Nickelodeon but is criticized by participants for retraumatizing portrayals and misleading production practices.

The documentary 'Quiet on Set' uncovers long-standing issues of child abuse and exploitation within Nickelodeon, featuring harrowing accounts from former child actors.
Participants accuse the documentary creators of using their stories to sensationalize the content, claiming they were misled about the project's intentions.
Survivors like Raquel Lee Bolleau and Alexa Nikolas express dissatisfaction with how their interviews were used, feeling that the series exploited their traumas.
The series faces backlash for potentially retraumatizing subjects by airing sensitive content without adequate context or preparation.
Critics argue that the documentary, while shedding light on important issues, also perpetuates the cycle of exploitation it seeks to expose by mishandling survivor stories.