Louis Theroux's New Netflix Documentary Explores The Manosphere
Celebrated documentary filmmaker Louis Theroux has returned with a compelling new feature-length film that delves into the world of controversial social media influencers. The documentary, titled Louis Theroux: Inside The Manosphere, is now available for streaming exclusively on Netflix.
Examining Controversial Online Figures
According to the official synopsis released by Netflix, Theroux travels to locations including Miami, New York, and Marbella to meet with a network of influencers and content creators at the extreme end of the Manosphere movement. The 90-minute documentary explores how key figures like Harrison Sullivan (also known as HS Tikky Tokky) and Myron Gaines are actively reshaping young men's perspectives on masculinity while fueling a resurgent global men's rights movement.
Throughout the film, Theroux immerses himself in their unique ecosystem, encountering prominent figures within the movement who present their own interpretations of traditional gender roles and values. He becomes familiar with their specific terminology, including concepts like 'red-pilling,' and examines both the appeal of these ideas and the perspectives of women in their lives who appear to support them.
Who Is Justin Waller?
One of the documentary's subjects is Justin Waller, who at 40 years old represents one of the older figures profiled in the film. Originally from Louisiana, Waller takes Theroux to a location reminiscent of his childhood neighborhood where he grew up in a trailer park. He shares details of a troubled childhood, revealing that his mother allegedly burned down their house twice, which he claims was done for insurance money.
Waller played football during his college years, earning a scholarship through the sport. He initially built his wealth in the construction industry, specializing in steel and founding his own business called RedIron Construction at just 24 years old. His company has worked on numerous significant projects across America, including airplane hangars, Costco stores, Rooms To Go facilities, and Amazon buildings.
From Steel Entrepreneur to Influencer
Eventually, Waller transitioned from construction to becoming an online influencer. He became the face of The Real World, an online business school operated by controversial figure Andrew Tate. This association led to the removal of his original YouTube channel when the platform took action against channels affiliated with Tate.
Waller now appears to operate his own program called The Constructive Collective, which aims to help others grow their trade businesses by following his established blueprint. He has also launched a new channel called JWaller Studios.
Social Media Presence and Philosophy
Waller boasts approximately one million followers on Instagram, where his content aligns with typical Manosphere themes. His posts frequently feature images of himself posing with expensive luxury cars, selfies taken during intense gym workouts, and photographs with similarly dressed men in business suits.
Alongside these visual posts, Waller shares short clips from various podcasts where he has established himself as a life coach for men. In these appearances, he instructs male audiences on how to become what he describes as "alpha males," offering guidance on behavior in business, personal life, and romantic relationships.
Waller has also shared photographs of himself standing next to former President Donald Trump and his son Baron, captioning the image with Baron as "History in the making."
Waller's Self-Description
On his new YouTube channel, Waller attempts to answer the question 'Who Is Justin Waller?' in a 25-second video. In his own words, he states: "My name is Justin Waller. I have an online platform. I work very hard to give the best advice I can possibly give to young men and young women. I own a real estate portfolio with over 400 doors and I started a steel company at 24 years old and we now hang steel all across America. Airplane hangers, Costcos, Rooms To Go, Amazon buildings you name it, if it's steel we'll do it."
Louis Theroux: Inside The Manosphere is currently streaming on Netflix, offering viewers an in-depth look at this controversial online movement and the figures who shape it.
