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What is the technique where actors perform scripted scenes to reenact real-life situations?
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Reenactments
Do notifications create dopamine hits in the brain? Yes or no?
Yes
Does the documentary show a fictional family to explain social media’s impact?
yes
What is an argument?
An exchange of diverging or opposite views, typically a heated or angry one.
What is it called when a narrator provides commentary or explanations throughout the documentary to guide the audience?
Narration
How do the creators of the documentary explain the impact of social media on mental health?
Social media fosters addiction, encourages constant comparison, and exposes users to harmful content, which can lead to anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, especially among young people.
What does the fictionalised family illustrate?
The real-life impact of social media, such as addiction, radicalization, and family conflict.
Does the documentary use music to create a mood? Yes or no?
Yes.
What is non-diegetic sound?
Background music or sounds that the characters can't hear.
What do Algorithms do?
Manipulate user behavior
Why are the voices of former employees of tech companies important?
They provide an insider perspective
What emotions do the dark tones and unsettling music create?
A sense of urgency and discomfort.
What is Archival footage?
Use of historical footage or real vents captured on film to provide context or evidence.
What is the central argument of The Social Dilemma?
That social media platforms are designed to exploit users’ psychology for profit, leading to harmful effects on mental health, democracy, and society.
Does the documentary suggest that social media can influence elections?
Yes, algorithms often amplify misinformation and extreme content, which can manipulate public opinion.
Who is the director of the documentary?
JEFF ORLOWSKI
What is a sequence of images or clips edited together called?
Montage
What role do algorithms play in shaping the content we see on social media, according to the documentary?
They analyze user behavior, such as likes, shares, and time spent on certain posts, to predict what will keep us engaged the longest.
What does "surveillance capitalism" mean?
Refers to the practice of collecting user data to predict and influence behavior, often for profit.
What is the name of the technique where numbers, data, or text are displayed on the screen to provide factual information or emphasise points?
Statistics