"Beckham" is enjoying positive feedback, and this has raised concerns for Meghan Markle. In comparison, many critics argue that Harry and Meghan lack the captivating history portrayed in the Beckham documentary. Some believe that the only draw of the Sussexes' productions is their ongoing feud with the royal family, and audiences are primarily tuning in to hear their grievances or revelations about the British monarchy.
Meghan is apprehensive that Netflix, their streaming platform, may take notice of this success. If more people appreciate the documentaries produced by individuals like David and Victoria Beckham, the Sussexes may lose their appeal. Notably, Prince Harry was expected to create a documentary about Africa for Netflix, but it has yet to materialize.
Moreover, the Beckham documentary exposes an intriguing aspect of Meghan Markle's life. It appears that Meghan borrowed the story about the paparazzi being outside Archie's school from her former friends, David and Victoria Beckham. According to the Beckhams, they experienced daily invasions of their personal and their children's privacy while living in Spain, with the events even being broadcast on Spanish television.
Given Meghan and Harry's friendship with the Beckhams during that time, it's plausible that Meghan took inspiration from their experiences to craft a tale about how the press would have followed Archie if she had dropped him off at a UK school. However, it's important to remember that the paparazzi culture in 2003 differs significantly from the current climate in 2023. Archie would likely have been safe attending school in the UK, rendering Meghan's claim about press packs outside the school questionable.
This episode highlights Meghan's apparent fixation with media attention and suggests she might exaggerate or misrepresent situations to suit her narrative. While Meghan may complain about press intrusion, astute observers recognize the difference between her situation and that of the Beckhams, who can be viewed as true victims of media scrutiny.