Web Junkie
Originally released in 2014. Web Junkie is a documentary film. directed by Hilla Medalia. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
China is the first country in the world to classify Internet addiction as a clinical disorder. Caught in the Net features a Beijing treatment center where Chinese teenagers are being "deprogrammed," and follows the story of three boys from the day they arrive at the center, to their three-month treatment period, and their long awaited return home. The film provides a microcosm of modern Chinese life and investigates one of the symptoms of the Internet age. It examines inter-generational pressures and the disregard of the human rights of minors who get caught in the net.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 20, 2014
12 years ago
Runtime
1h 19m
79 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (17 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
China
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Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Impact Partners
- New Israeli Foundation for Cinema and Television
- kNow Productions
- Warrior Poets
- Chicken & Egg Films
- Tribeca Film Institute
- Medalia Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Web Junkie about?
China is the first country in the world to classify Internet addiction as a clinical disorder. Caught in the Net features a Beijing treatment center where Chinese teenagers are being "deprogrammed,...
Who directed Web Junkie?
Web Junkie was directed by Hilla Medalia.
How long is Web Junkie?
Web Junkie has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).
When was Web Junkie released?
Web Junkie was released on January 20, 2014 in theaters.