Deep Dive: Netizens (2018)
Film Lens
Cynthia Lowen’s documentary Netizens presents the experiences of three women facing online misogyny, harassment, and stalking. The film features Anita Sarkeesian, Tina Reine, and Carrie Goldberg, who recount their personal battles against digital abuse, including non-consensual pornography and privacy invasions. These narratives illustrate how online aggression has tangible effects on the victims' lives, extending beyond the digital realm.
The documentary emphasizes the urgent need for accountability and societal change regarding the treatment of women on social media platforms. By focusing on individual stories, it shows the pervasive nature of these issues and the importance of addressing them in contemporary discussions about internet safety and women's rights.
Why Watch
- •Meet Anita Sarkeesian and her fight against online abuse.
- •Find out how digital harassment affects real lives.
- •See personal stories of women confronting misogyny online.
Did You Know
•The film features three women: Anita Sarkeesian, Tina Reine, and Carrie Goldberg.
•Netizens was released in 2018 and has a duration of 96 minutes.
•The documentary addresses issues like non-consensual pornography and privacy invasions.
Perfect For
Online safety advocatesFeminist activistsSocial media users