I Am Andrew Tate review – an exhausting, depressing hour with an awful human

Andrew Tate has established a profession by openly saying what people usually keep to themselves. However, there are suspicions that he has also been involved in trading women and other illegal activities, but we'll cover that topic later. Nonetheless, it was his upfront attitude that potentially paved the way for the supposed wrongdoing.

Tate, a kickboxing champion turned online influencer, used his fame and undeniable charm to become a powerful figure on the internet. Although he is known for his offensive beliefs and sexist comments (like claiming that women can't defend themselves), he has attracted a large following of people who admire him and want to learn from him. Tate promises his fans that he can help them become more masculine and reverse the feminization of society. Many of his supporters sign up for his courses in order to try to follow in his footsteps.

The documentary called I Am Andrew Tate, which lasts for one hour, tells a lot of depressing and tiring stories. The original plan was to have direct interviews with Andrew Tate, but unfortunately, before they could start filming, both Tate and his brother were arrested in Bucharest, Romania on suspicion of trafficking and other crimes, which they both deny. It is quite ironic that Tate chose Romania as the base of his webcam business due to the weak police presence. Additionally, there are lawyers advocating for the reopening of multiple rape cases against him from a few years ago in the UK. They claim that the police had mishandled the women’s reports.

The documentary does not feature direct interviews. Instead, it depicts Tate's story by utilizing the massive amount of available material. There are numerous pre-existing recordings of Tate discussing his abilities as a successful entrepreneur, his views on life, and his childhood on various podcasts and radio programs. One male host giggles and appears excited as Tate proclaims, "I NEVER SAW MY MOM ASK MY DAD TO DO DISHES! I NEVER SAW HIM TAKE SHIT!" in a confident and victorious tone.

There are many videos of him showing off his wealth, cars, and the women he controls. He claims to live a life that of a young, flashy boy, but this lifestyle is harmful to women and fueled by intense anger. When asked why he keeps a machete by his bed, his response is disturbing - he describes how he uses violence against women for his own pleasure. Despite this, a Tate "graduate" tries to downplay the seriousness of his words and calls it a funny misunderstanding.

Tate's account of events is being challenged by two women who were part of the initial UK inquiry. They have accused him of choking and sexually assaulting them. These women were not kept informed about their case until Tate's appearance on Channel 5's reality show Big Brother in 2016.

Cassidy Pope, who works as a teacher in Texas, shared a video expressing her concerns about how Tate was influencing her 14-year-old male students. This video gained support from educators around the world. Additionally, Joe Mulhall, who actively campaigns against fascist ideologies, played a key role in bringing attention to Tate's actions and preferences.

The documentary is based on Tate incriminating himself by speaking freely, which he definitely does. However, if there isn't further investigation into how Tate reached such iconic status, then the show may become a liberal version of the "Two Minutes Hate" from Nineteen Eighty-Four. We'll get to express our outrage and feel satisfied with our horror, then return to our usual activities feeling purged and morally superior.

What is it about Tate's teachings that appeals to so many people? Is there something missing in men's lives that he addresses? From my perspective, Tate and his supporters seem to be privileged individuals who feel threatened by efforts to promote equality. However, is it possible that modern society has left some men feeling lost and ignored, causing them to lash out in destructive ways? Or, is it simply a case of people in positions of power passing their problems onto those lower down the social ladder?

Comparing Tate to Trump, it's not sufficient to simply label him and his supporters as disagreeable. To avoid the emergence of similarly concerning figures, it's crucial to delve deeper and examine the factors that contributed to his prominence. We must ask ourselves what caused his popularity and what measures we can take to ensure it doesn't occur again.

Andrew Tate is currently featured on Channel 4.