- We Steal Secrets: The Story of WikiLeaks (2013)
- Terms and Conditions May Apply (2013)
- Deep Web (2015)
- Citizenfour (2014)
- Lo and Behold, Reveries of the Connected World (2016)
- The Social Dilemma (2020)
- The Internet's Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz (2014)
- The Cleaners (2018)
- The Great Hack (2019)
- The Net: The Unabomber, LSD and the Internet (2003)
In an era where technology shapes our lives in profound ways, understanding the ethical implications of our digital actions has never been more crucial. This curated selection of documentaries delves into the murky waters of digital ethics, exploring issues from privacy and surveillance to the impact of social media on society. Each film offers a unique perspective on how our digital footprints affect not just our lives, but the world at large, making this collection invaluable for anyone interested in the intersection of technology, ethics, and human behavior.

We Steal Secrets: The Story of WikiLeaks (2013)
Description: Chronicles the rise of WikiLeaks and its founder Julian Assange, exploring the ethics of whistleblowing and the right to information in the digital age.
Fact: The documentary was directed by Alex Gibney, who also directed "Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief."


Terms and Conditions May Apply (2013)
Description: Investigates the fine print in online agreements, revealing how companies use our data in ways we might not expect, sparking a debate on digital consent and privacy.
Fact: The film includes a segment where a person reads out the entire iTunes terms of service, which takes over an hour.


Deep Web (2015)
Description: Explores the dark side of the internet, focusing on the Silk Road case and the ethical debates surrounding anonymity, privacy, and the law enforcement's role in cyberspace.
Fact: The film includes interviews with Ross Ulbricht, the founder of Silk Road, before his sentencing.


Citizenfour (2014)
Description: Focuses on Edward Snowden's revelations about NSA surveillance, highlighting the ethical implications of government overreach in the digital realm.
Fact: It won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in


Lo and Behold, Reveries of the Connected World (2016)
Description: Werner Herzog's exploration of the internet's impact on society, touching on themes of digital ethics, addiction, and the future of human connectivity.
Fact: The film is divided into ten chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the internet's influence.


The Social Dilemma (2020)
Description: Examines the societal impact of social media, with former tech insiders discussing how algorithms manipulate user behavior, raising ethical concerns about technology's role in our lives.
Fact: The film features interviews with former employees of major tech companies like Google, Twitter, and Pinterest.


The Internet's Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz (2014)
Description: Tells the story of Aaron Swartz, a programming prodigy and internet activist, whose battle for open access to information ended tragically, raising questions about digital rights and ethics.
Fact: The film was released under a Creative Commons license, reflecting Swartz's advocacy for open access.


The Cleaners (2018)
Description: Looks at the unseen workers who moderate content on social media platforms, raising ethical issues about censorship, freedom of speech, and the psychological impact on these "cleaners."
Fact: The documentary was filmed in the Philippines, where many content moderators are based.


The Great Hack (2019)
Description: This documentary uncovers the Cambridge Analytica scandal, where personal data was used to manipulate elections, raising serious questions about data privacy and the ethics of digital marketing.
Fact: The film was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Special.


The Net: The Unabomber, LSD and the Internet (2003)
Description: Connects the dots between the Unabomber's manifesto, the rise of the internet, and the ethical implications of technology's influence on society.
Fact: The film features interviews with Ted Kaczynski, the Unabomber, discussing his views on technology.
