Two 12-year-old girls stabbed a classmate in 2014, claiming they did so to appease the fictional character Slender Man.
“It's about the internet, and it's quite strange.”
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Two 12-year-old girls stabbed a classmate in 2014, claiming they did so to appease the fictional character Slender Man.
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In 2014, two 12-year-old girls in Wisconsin stabbed a classmate, claiming they needed to please the fictional character Slender Man. A Self-Induced Hallucination examines this incident and its roots in internet folklore. Director Jane Schoenbrun combines interviews, social media posts, and news reports to illustrate how digital narratives can blur the line between fiction and reality. The film reflects on the influence of Slender Man on youth culture and community responses.
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Why Watch
- See the chilling Slender Man stabbing case from 2014.
- Meet director Jane Schoenbrun, a nonbinary filmmaker.
- Find out how online folklore affects youth culture.
Did You Know
- In 2014, two 12-year-old girls stabbed a classmate in Wisconsin.
- The documentary features interviews with cast members like Skylar Morgan Jones.
- The film has a runtime of 72 minutes and was released in 2018.
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What incident is associated with Slender Man in 2014?
In 2014, two 12-year-old girls in Wisconsin attacked a classmate in an attempt to appease Slender Man.
Who directed the documentary A Self-Induced Hallucination?
The documentary was directed by Jane Schoenbrun.
What is the duration of the documentary A Self-Induced Hallucination?
The documentary has a duration of 72 minutes.
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