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202161 minGdocumentary

Dear Hacker

202161 minGdocumentary

A webcam LED flashing unexpectedly prompts a filmmaker to explore concerns about privacy and surveillance through a series of intimate video calls.

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A webcam LED flashing unexpectedly prompts a filmmaker to explore concerns about privacy and surveillance through a series of intimate video calls.

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Alice Lenaydirector

Alice Lenaywriter

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A webcam LED flashes unexpectedly, prompting a series of video calls. The filmmaker seeks to understand if a hacker, friend, or ghost is watching through the camera. Over 61 minutes, the documentary captures the conversations and reactions that unfold during these calls. It raises concerns about privacy and surveillance in the digital age. The narrative unfolds in a personal and intimate manner, blending technology with human connection.

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