Online
Online

Movie spotlight

Online

2019
Movie
22 min
French

Alice lives between reality and social media. One day, her ex-boyfriend puts one of their sex tapes online.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Jonathan D. BucariGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A college student becomes increasingly addicted to social media, leading to a dangerous obsession with an online persona. As the lines between reality and the digital world blur, he finds himself entangled in a web of manipulation and deceit. His life spirals out of control as he struggles to break free from the grip of his virtual existence.

Critical Reception

Online received a mixed-to-negative reception from critics, who largely found the film's themes to be relevant but its execution to be heavy-handed and predictable. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its cautionary message about internet addiction while others found it to be melodramatic.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts to explore pertinent issues of online culture and addiction.

  • Critics often pointed out the predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Some viewers appreciated the cautionary tale aspect, while others found it lacking in originality.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a divided opinion, with some viewers relating to the themes of social media's impact on mental health, while others found the narrative to be uninspired.

Fun Fact

The film's exploration of social media addiction was intended to mirror the growing concerns about the psychological effects of constant digital engagement.

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