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A group of lonely teenagers formed an online community and bonded over their isolation, but their collective beliefs warped reality.A group of lonely teenagers formed an online community and bonded over their isolation, but their collective beliefs warped reality.A group of lonely teenagers formed an online community and bonded over their isolation, but their collective beliefs warped reality.
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Aubrey Cottle
- Self - 4chan Founder, Anonymous Founder
- (as Kirtaner)
Isaac Green
- Self - Former QAnon YouTuber
- (as Isaac)
Steve Bannon
- Self - Breitbart Executive Chairman
- (archive footage)
Jacob Chansley
- Self - January 6 Rioter
- (archive footage)
Stephen Colbert
- Self - Host, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
- (archive footage)
Tom Cruise
- Self - Actor
- (archive footage)
L. Ron Hubbard
- Self - Author, Founder of Church of Scientology
- (archive footage)
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When Harmless Jokes Turn Harmful Realities
Directors Arthur Jones and Giorgio Angelini take us on a chilling journey in "The Antisocial Network: Memes to Mayhem," a documentary exploring the dark underbelly of online culture and its unintended consequences.
The film tackles a highly relevant issue, tracing the evolution of memes from silly jokes to tools for manipulation and the erosion of truth. Millennial interviewees, once active participants, offer a unique perspective on how their online actions spiraled out of control. The documentary masterfully weaves early internet memes with news clips and social media posts, creating a vivid timeline of events.
While focusing on the rise of 4chan, the film could delve deeper into the broader impact of other anonymous platforms. Some interviewees seem to romanticize the early days of the internet, neglecting the inherent toxicity that always existed.
Editing is sharp, seamlessly transitioning between interviews, memes, and news footage. The score is subtle yet effective, adding tension without being overly dramatic. The interviewers guide the narrative effectively, drawing insightful commentary from participants.
"The Antisocial Network" is a must-watch for anyone interested in the internet's influence on society. Despite some limitations, the film serves as a stark reminder of the responsibility we hold online and the potential for memes to morph into real-world mayhem.
The film tackles a highly relevant issue, tracing the evolution of memes from silly jokes to tools for manipulation and the erosion of truth. Millennial interviewees, once active participants, offer a unique perspective on how their online actions spiraled out of control. The documentary masterfully weaves early internet memes with news clips and social media posts, creating a vivid timeline of events.
While focusing on the rise of 4chan, the film could delve deeper into the broader impact of other anonymous platforms. Some interviewees seem to romanticize the early days of the internet, neglecting the inherent toxicity that always existed.
Editing is sharp, seamlessly transitioning between interviews, memes, and news footage. The score is subtle yet effective, adding tension without being overly dramatic. The interviewers guide the narrative effectively, drawing insightful commentary from participants.
"The Antisocial Network" is a must-watch for anyone interested in the internet's influence on society. Despite some limitations, the film serves as a stark reminder of the responsibility we hold online and the potential for memes to morph into real-world mayhem.
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- Apr 7, 2024
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