Are you a social media addict? Do you spend hours scrolling through Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok and other platforms? Do you love watching movies that explore the dark side of social media, or the hilarious consequences of online fame? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this blog post is for you! Here are 25 top movies about social media that you should watch ASAP!
1. The Social Network (2010): The movie that tells the story of how Mark Zuckerberg created Facebook, and the legal battles that followed. A fascinating and dramatic look at the origins of the most popular social media site in the world.
2. Eighth Grade (2018): A coming-of-age comedy-drama that follows Kayla, a shy and awkward eighth-grader who tries to cope with the pressures of adolescence and social media. A realistic and relatable portrayal of the challenges faced by today's teens.
3. The Circle (2017): A sci-fi thriller that stars Emma Watson as Mae, a young woman who joins a powerful tech company called The Circle, which aims to create a transparent society where everyone's lives are broadcast online. A chilling and thought-provoking exploration of privacy, surveillance and ethics in the digital age.
4. Ingrid Goes West (2017): A dark comedy that follows Ingrid, a mentally unstable woman who becomes obsessed with Taylor, a social media influencer. Ingrid moves to Los Angeles and tries to befriend Taylor, but things soon spiral out of control. A satirical and twisted take on the culture of online celebrity and fandom.
5. Catfish (2010): A documentary that exposes the truth behind online dating and identity fraud. Nev, a photographer from New York, starts an online relationship with Megan, a woman from Michigan, but soon discovers that she is not who she claims to be. A shocking and suspenseful revelation of the dangers of online deception.
6. The Truman Show (1998): A classic movie that predates the rise of social media, but still relevant today. Jim Carrey plays Truman Burbank, a man who unknowingly lives in a giant TV show, where his every move is watched by millions of viewers. A brilliant and poignant commentary on reality TV and media manipulation.
7. Searching (2018): A thriller that unfolds entirely on computer screens and smartphones. John Cho plays David Kim, a father who tries to find his missing daughter by using her online accounts and contacts. A gripping and innovative mystery that shows how much we rely on technology and social media.
8. Unfriended (2014): A horror movie that takes place on a Skype video call among a group of friends. They are haunted by the ghost of a former classmate who committed suicide after being cyberbullied. A terrifying and inventive way of using social media as a medium for horror.
9. The King of Comedy (1982): A black comedy that stars Robert De Niro as Rupert Pupkin, a delusional and aspiring stand-up comedian who kidnaps his idol, a famous talk show host played by Jerry Lewis. Pupkin demands to perform his act on live TV as his ransom. A dark and hilarious critique of fame and media obsession.
10. Black Mirror: Bandersnatch (2018): An interactive movie that lets you choose your own adventure. You play as Stefan, a young programmer who is working on a video game based on a choose-your-own-adventure book called Bandersnatch. As you make decisions for Stefan, you also affect his reality and sanity. A mind-bending and meta experience that questions free will and reality.
11. The Hunger Games (2012): A dystopian movie that depicts a brutal competition where 24 teenagers are forced to fight to the death in an arena, while being watched by millions of viewers. Jennifer Lawrence plays Katniss Everdeen, a brave and rebellious heroine who challenges the oppressive system. A thrilling and action-packed movie that also explores the themes of propaganda, spectacle and resistance.
12. Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan (2006): A mockumentary that follows Borat Sagdiyev, a fictional journalist from Kazakhstan who travels to America to make a documentary about its culture. Along the way, he encounters various people and situations that expose the absurdity and prejudice of American society. A hilarious and outrageous satire that uses hidden cameras and real people as its source of comedy.
13. The Great Hack (2019): A documentary that exposes the scandal involving Cambridge Analytica, a political consulting firm that harvested the data of millions of Facebook users to influence elections around the world. A shocking and eye-opening investigation into how our personal data is used and abused by powerful entities.
14. Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014): A comedy-drama that stars Michael Keaton as Riggan Thomson, a washed-up actor who used to play a superhero called Birdman. He tries to revive his career by staging a Broadway play, but faces various obstacles and challenges along the way. A brilliant and surreal movie that explores the themes of art, ego and fame in the era of social media.
15. The Interview (2014): A comedy that sparked an international controversy when it was released. Seth Rogen and James Franco play Dave Skylark and Aaron Rapaport, two journalists who land an interview with Kim Jong-un, the leader of North Korea. They are recruited by the CIA to assassinate him, but things don't go as planned. A hilarious and absurd movie that parodies politics and media.
16. Her (2013): A sci-fi romance that stars Joaquin Phoenix as Theodore Twombly, a lonely man who falls in love with Samantha, an artificial intelligence system voiced by Scarlett Johansson. Samantha is more than just an operating system; she is witty, empathetic and evolving. A beautiful and touching movie that examines the nature of love and connection in the digital age.
17. The Cabin in the Woods (2012): A horror-comedy that subverts the genre conventions and expectations. Five friends go to a remote cabin in the woods for a weekend getaway, but they soon discover that they are part of a sinister experiment orchestrated by a mysterious organization. A clever and meta movie that pays homage to and criticizes the horror tropes.
18. American Psycho (2000): A psychological thriller that stars Christian Bale as Patrick Bateman, a wealthy and successful investment banker who leads a double life as a serial killer. Bateman is obsessed with his appearance, status and material possessions, but also suffers from hallucinations and delusions. A disturbing and darkly humorous movie that satirizes the consumerism and narcissism of the 1980s yuppie culture.
19. The Devil Wears Prada (2006): A comedy-drama that follows Andrea Sachs, played by Anne Hathaway, a young journalist who lands a job as an assistant to Miranda Priestly, played by Meryl Streep, the editor-in-chief of a prestigious fashion magazine. Andrea struggles to cope with Miranda's high demands and expectations while also trying to balance her personal life and career aspirations A funny and insightful movie that exposes the glamour and cruelty of the fashion industry.
20 .Trolls (2016): A musical comedy that features the colorful and happy Trolls who live in a constant state of singing and dancing They are threatened by the Bergens who believe that eating Trolls will make them happy Poppy played by Anna Kendrick the leader of the Troll sand Branch played by Justin Timberlake a grumpy survivalist Troll embark on an adventure to save their friends from being eaten A fun and upbeat movie that celebrates the power of music and positivity.
21. The Emoji Movie(2017): An animated comedy that takes place in Textopol is a city inside a smartphone where emojis live and work Gene voiced by T.J. Miller is an emoji who can express multiple emotions unlike his peers who have only one facial expression He goes on a journey to become normal with the help of his friends Hi-5 voiced by James Corden and Jailbreak voiced by Anna Faris A silly and lighthearted movie that explores the world of emojis and apps.
22.The Internship (2013): A comedy that stars Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson as Billy and Nick two middle-aged salesmen who lose their jobs due to digitalization They decide to apply for an internship at Google hoping to land a full-time job at the tech giant They compete with hundreds of young and smart interns while also trying to fit in with the modern and innovative culture A funny and feel-good movie that showcases the perks and challenges of working at Google.
23.The Lego Movie (2014): An animated adventure-comedy that features Lego characters from various franchises such as Batman Superman, Harry Potter, Star Wars and more. The story follows Emmet voiced by Chris Pratt an ordinary Lego construction worker who is mistaken for "The Special" a prophesied hero who can save Lego world from Lord Business voiced by Will Ferrell who plans to glue all the Lego pieces together with a super weapon called the Kragle.
24.The Mitchells vs the Machines(2021): An animated film that follows the Mitchell family as they embark on a road trip to drop off their daughter Katie at college However they soon have to face a bigger challenge when a tech mogul named Mark Bowman unleashes a robot uprising that threatens to wipe out humanity The Mitchells have to work together as a dysfunctional but loving family to save themselves and the world A hilarious and heartwarming film that celebrates individuality and creativity over conformity and technology
25. The Hater (2020): A thriller film that follows Tomek Giemza, A law student who drops out of college and becomes a professional troll for a PR company that specializes in creating fake news and online smear campaigns He uses his skills to manipulate public opinion and ruin the lives of people he envies or dislikes, including his childhood crush Gabi, who is dating a liberal politician A dark and disturbing film that exposes the dangers of online hate speech and cyberbullying.
