13 Reason Why is a Netflix Original Series derived from the book of the same name that was critically acclaimed, written by Jay Asher. It is about the suicide of a high schooler named Hannah Baker. Before her death, she made 13 tapes each dedicated to the 13 people who caused her suicide. Everyone needs to watch this new drama for 13 reasons;
1. It relevant to today.
One million people commit suicide per year. With this showing addressing the issuing and showing other issues like rape and bullying; which are also relevant problems in this world.
2. It keeps your attention.
There is always a jaw dropping moment. Unless you read the book, you will constantly be surprised by the twist and turns of this series.
3. It’s easy to connect to.
With its many different character personalities, everyone can see themselves in this show. With the setting being modern day and in a general high school makes it easy for every to connect with.
4. It’s a subject people need to hear.
Since it is such a hard issue to talk about, having it through a show helps bring up the issue. With so many suicides a year it needs to be something we talk about more.
5. It’s a unique show.
I can’t compare this to any other show or movie because it’s so different. It is a whole different experience no one has seen before.
6. It gets people talking.
With such a dark subject, it’s hard to keep to oneself. Talking about it helps express your emotions without holding it in.
7. It brings up emotions.
Seeing all these different high school experiences brings up many emotions. It’s a drama that brings you through a roller coaster of emotions.
8. It’s well made.
Selena Gomez is one of the producers of this magnificent series. The quality of writing is close to perfect and the actors do their jobs with such skill.
9. We can learn from it.
This show depicts the signs of depression and thoughts of suicide very well. We can learn to look for signs and to help those before signs are even shown.
10. It’s for all different kinds of people.
No matter the age or the background of the viewer, everyone can enjoy this picture. Parents, administrators, students, siblings are all shown and can be compared to ones self or a loved one.
11. It’s based on a book.
Those who have read the book know how accurate it is to the book itself. Those who have not read may find an interest in picking up the book and starting it.
12. It has been given great reviews.
On Netflix, it is given a 4.5-star rating. It is growing in popularity and as critically acclaimed as the book is.
13. It makes a lasting impression.
After watching it you will sit back and think about your life. How many times a person was reaching for help but you did not help back. All those times you were mean to someone and didn’t say sorry. Or even those times you were down and people passed you up. Instead of looking for another series to binge watch, this one will stick with you.
