Deep Web
Deep Web

Deep Web

2015Movie89 minEnglish

Deep Web gives the inside story of one of the most important and riveting digital crime sagas of the century -- the arrest of Ross William Ulbricht, the 30-year-old entrepreneur convicted of being 'Dread Pirate Roberts,' creator and operator of online black market Silk Road. As the only film with exclusive access to the Ulbricht family, Deep Web explores how the brightest minds and thought leaders behind the Deep Web and Bitcoin are now caught in the crosshairs of the battle for control of a future inextricably linked to technology, with our digital rights hanging in the balance.

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IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users78%
Director: Alex WinterGenres: Documentary, Crime, Technology

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the rise of Silk Road, an anonymous online marketplace for drugs, and the story of its alleged creator, Ross Ulbricht. It delves into the creation and operation of the site, the law enforcement efforts to shut it down, and the complex legal and ethical questions surrounding digital anonymity and the dark web.

Critical Reception

Deep Web was generally well-received by critics for its timely subject matter and compelling narrative. It was praised for shedding light on the complexities of the dark web and the trial of Ross Ulbricht, though some found it could have benefited from more in-depth analysis of certain aspects.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its exploration of the dark web and the Silk Road saga.
  • Appreciated for its accessible presentation of complex technological and legal issues.
  • Some critics noted a desire for deeper investigative journalism on specific elements.

Google audience: Audiences found the documentary informative and engaging, particularly appreciating its focus on the Silk Road story and the technical aspects of the dark web. Some viewers felt it was a bit one-sided in its portrayal of Ross Ulbricht, while others lauded its ability to demystify a complex topic.

Fun Fact

Director Alex Winter, known for his role as Bill S. Preston, Esq. in 'Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure,' took a significant interest in the technological and societal implications of the internet, leading him to this documentary project.

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