Netflix And Shill

"Full Swing" is a visual triumph with moments of fascinating insider access. But the 8-episode series is undermined by Netflix's cynically formulaic approach.

Netflix undermined Netflix.

The streaming giant has built a devoted customer base by trusting storytellers to deliver a fresh blend of edge, smarts, daring and crystal clear 4K “content.” No matter the genre—film, limited series or docudrama—the Netflix stamp reliably meant we would be hitting play to watch something just a little different.

Only HBO bu…