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Rob Ford Netflix doc tells story of ‘underdog’ mayor and his public struggles

The documentary Trainwreck: Mayor of Mayhem about former Toronto mayor Rob Ford was released Tuesday on Netflix.
The film follows Ford’s controversial political career, including scandals, drug allegations, and his 2010 shock mayoral victory.
It features interviews with journalists and people close to Ford but excludes participation by his brother, Doug Ford, who criticized the film as disgusting.
Rob Ford served as Toronto's mayor from 2010 to 2014, became widely known in 2013 after footage surfaced showing him using crack cocaine, and passed away from cancer in 2016 at the age of 46.
The documentary's release reignited debate about Ford’s legacy and prompted Doug Ford to insist they should let Rob and his family rest in peace.

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Ontario Premier Doug Ford says a new Netflix documentary about his late brother Rob Ford is "disgusting." The doc titled Trainwreck: Mayor of Mayhem chronicles Rob Ford’s rise to power as Toronto mayor in 2010 and his chaotic time in office. Speaking at a news conference in Toronto, Doug Ford said he wasn't going to watch the film, and he doesn't see eye-to-eye with the creators.

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