These documentaries listed below may help you increase your knowledge of the impact of social media. In these documentaries, the negative results of social media are showcased. While social media can be used for good, these documentaries do not display this. However, they are still a good watch and are very thought-provoking. They are available on many streaming platforms.
The Social Dilemma (2020)
“The Social Dilemma” is a documentary filmed to highlight the social and cultural impacts that social media can have, especially on teenagers. The film is widely recognised and won many global awards. The filmmakers have a dedicated website (https://www.thesocialdilemma.com/) where they display their team of individuals working to educate people all around the world of the dangers of social media. It is an important film and a must-watch for many teens out there. Available on Netflix. (https://www.netflix.com/ae-en/title/81254224).
Fake Famous (2021)
Fake Famous is a documentary about a social experiment on three people who attempt to become famous ‘influencers’ using methods such as buying fake followers, hence the name. Currently you are able to watch "Fake Famous" streaming on Max Amazon Channel, Max, DIRECTV or buy it as download on Apple TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Vudu.
The Social Network (2010)
This movie is about how Mark Zuckerberg founded Facebook. It details how, in the making of Facebook in its earliest days at Harvard, Zuckerberg lost many friends and also ended up as the subject of a lawsuit over alleged theft of the HarvardConnection website, said to be the inspiration for Facebook. You can watch it on Netflix, Paramount+, and Apple TV.
Catfish (2010)
This film is credited with coining the very term of a catfish due to its title. It is a documentary filmed in real time on the subject of Nev Schulman by his brother Ariel and filmmaker Henry Joost. The film centres on Nev’s being fooled (catfished) online. You can watch Catfish on Apple TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Vudu, and the Microsoft Store.
These films are interesting and tell real stories of real people. They are widely accredited and are a good watch, especially if you’re a teen.
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