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Oops - Netflix glitch leads to some rather unusual recommendations

When it comes to algorithmic recommendations of how you should spend the next two hours on the co...
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10.24 10 Sep 2014


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Oops - Netflix glitch leads to some rather unusual recommendations

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10.24 10 Sep 2014


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When it comes to algorithmic recommendations of how you should spend the next two hours on the couch, Netflix has it down to a fine art.

It’s a role the online binge-pusher takes seriously, even launching massive international campaigns to fill a dream job at the company – watching TV shows and movies all day long to help hone how to tempt you to watch more.

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But sometimes, despite the solid maths and NSA-like surveillance of your viewing habits, a glitch in Netflix leads to some rather odd recommendations. 

Redditor Twhmike was watching the other night, and noticed some rather odd suggestions...

Like this musically theatrical violence:

Or this Quentin Tarantino G-rated family fun:

This adorkably silly story of the US military in Somalia:

Or this chilling scary movie that will leave you tossing and turning all night:

Check out the rest of the bizarre recommendations here


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