Viewers outraged as Netflix depicts Norfolk with a fictional mountain range

In the United Kingdom, a Netflix series highlighting the life of famous Formula 1 driver Ayrton Senna has caused a playful stir among viewers due to an exaggerated portrayal of Norfolk. The show features scenes that depict the flat county with a backdrop of snow-capped mountains, something that irked locals and has been extensively shared across social media platforms. Viewers reacted with humor, commenting on the 'Himalaya-rivalling peaks' seen in the series, which led to many lighthearted jokes regarding the geographical anomalies. Notably, one individual humorously noted that they lived close enough to suffer from altitude sickness, while another mentioned having worked at the Snetterton circuit and joked about the terrain resembling mountains. The humor surrounding the portrayal was amplified by Snetterton's own social media post regarding the series, where it playfully referenced the 'monumental' peaks of Old Buckenham. The post received significant interaction, being shared over 3,000 times and drawing numerous amusing remarks. One viewer stated, 'That's my next skiing holiday sorted then,' indicating that the unconventional depiction of Norfolk sparked ideas for less conventional ski trips in the area, highlighting the absurdity of the show's representation. The drama captures the essence of Ayrton Senna's early career during the 1980s, including his time living in a bungalow near Norwich while driving for a local racing team. While some scenes were filmed in Norfolk, others, especially those related to racing, were shot in Buenos Aires, Argentina, showing the complexity of the production's location choices. The local racing circuit confirmed that it had no part in the actual filming of the series, raising questions about the accuracy of the portrayed racing scenes. This mix of real-life events from Senna's storied career and the fictional elements of the show has drawn the attention of both racing enthusiasts and casual viewers alike. Despite the geographical inaccuracies, the social media reactions underline the comedic value derived from the poorly executed scenery and the nostalgia surrounding a beloved sports figure. The light-hearted approach taken by many who commented suggests an understanding and acceptance of creative liberties taken in dramatizations, even when they come at the expense of geographical reality.