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The Net

2003Movie2 h 1 minNR

66
GoodGoodWatch score
66
GoodGoodWatch score

Summary

Explores the incredibly complex backstory of Ted Kaczynski, the infamous Unabomber. This exquisitely crafted inquiry into the rationale of this mythic figure situates him within a late 20th century web of technology—a system that he grew to oppose.

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  • Friends night
  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults

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  • You want something to laugh at

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Directed by
Lutz Dammbeck
Written by
Lutz Dammbeck
Music by
J.U. Lensing

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October 1, 2003 · 2 h 1 min · NR

Released
October 1, 2003
Runtime
2 h 1 min
Age rating
NR
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Documentary
Original language
German
Also spoken
English
Made in
Germany
Available in
41 countries

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4 questions, like "Where can I stream The Net?"

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Where can I stream The Net?

In the United States, The Net streams on GuideDoc, and it is free with ads on Kanopy. It also streams in 40 other countries.

Is The Net worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66 (IMDb 6.9).

Is The Net plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and dialogue centrality (6 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Net in English?

GermanEnglish

No, it was made in German, with some English.