- We Steal Secrets: The Story of WikiLeaks (2013)
- The Fifth Estate (2013)
- Deep Web (2015)
- Citizenfour (2014)
- Risk (2016)
- Zero Days (2016)
- The Hacker Wars (2014)
- The Internet's Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz (2014)
- The Great Hack (2019)
- The Most Dangerous Man in America: Daniel Ellsberg and the Pentagon Papers (2009)
In an era where information is power, digital espionage has become a critical battleground. These documentaries delve into the shadowy world of cyber warfare, hacking, and surveillance, offering a glimpse into the techniques, motivations, and consequences of digital spying. From state-sponsored cyber attacks to the personal stories of hackers, this collection provides an eye-opening look at the digital frontier of intelligence gathering.

We Steal Secrets: The Story of WikiLeaks (2013)
Description: Chronicles the rise of WikiLeaks and its founder Julian Assange, focusing on the leaks of classified information and the impact on digital espionage.
Fact: The film features interviews with key figures like Chelsea Manning and includes previously unseen footage.


The Fifth Estate (2013)
Description: Although a dramatization, this film is based on real events surrounding WikiLeaks, offering insights into the world of digital leaks and espionage.
Fact: The film features Benedict Cumberbatch as Julian Assange and was met with mixed reviews, with some criticism from Assange himself.


Deep Web (2015)
Description: Focuses on the Silk Road, an online black market, and its founder Ross Ulbricht, delving into the dark web's role in digital espionage and illegal activities.
Fact: The documentary includes interviews with Ulbricht's family, friends, and legal team, providing a personal perspective on his story.


Citizenfour (2014)
Description: This documentary captures Edward Snowden's revelations about the NSA's global surveillance programs, highlighting the extent of digital espionage by governments.
Fact: Snowden chose the pseudonym "Citizenfour" for his initial contact with filmmaker Laura Poitras. The film won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.


Risk (2016)
Description: Laura Poitras's follow-up to "Citizenfour," this documentary provides an intimate look at Julian Assange and WikiLeaks, exploring the personal and political risks of digital espionage.
Fact: The film was initially titled "Asylum" and was re-edited after its premiere to include more recent events.


Zero Days (2016)
Description: Investigates the Stuxnet computer virus, believed to be a joint US-Israeli cyber attack on Iran's nuclear program, revealing the complexities of cyber warfare.
Fact: The film was directed by Alex Gibney, who is known for his investigative documentaries. It includes interviews with cybersecurity experts and former intelligence officials.


The Hacker Wars (2014)
Description: Follows the lives of three prominent hackers, exploring their battles with authorities and the ethical dilemmas of digital espionage.
Fact: The film includes interviews with Andrew Auernheimer (weev), Jeremy Hammond, and Barrett Brown, who all faced legal repercussions for their hacking activities.


The Internet's Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz (2014)
Description: Explores the life and work of Aaron Swartz, a programmer and activist who fought for open access to information, touching on themes of digital espionage and data freedom.
Fact: Swartz was involved in the development of RSS, Creative Commons, and Reddit before his tragic death.


The Great Hack (2019)
Description: Focuses on the Cambridge Analytica scandal, exploring how data was harvested from millions of Facebook users to influence elections, showcasing the dark side of digital manipulation.
Fact: The film includes interviews with key figures like Brittany Kaiser, a former Cambridge Analytica employee, and Carole Cadwalladr, the journalist who broke the story.


The Most Dangerous Man in America: Daniel Ellsberg and the Pentagon Papers (2009)
Description: While not strictly digital, this documentary about Daniel Ellsberg's leak of the Pentagon Papers sets a precedent for whistleblowing and digital espionage.
Fact: Ellsberg's actions inspired many future whistleblowers, including Edward Snowden. The film won the Special Jury Prize at Sundance Film Festival.
