TikTok, Boom.

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2022 / 90min.

Rating6

Genres

Documentary

Synopsis

Dissecting one of the most influential platforms of the contemporary social media landscape, TikTok, Boom. examines the algorithmic, socio-political, economic, and cultural influences and impact of the history-making app. This rigorous exploration balances a genuine interest in the TikTok community and its innovative mechanics with a healthy skepticism around the security issues, global political challenges, and racial biases behind the platform. A cast of Gen Z subjects, helmed by influencer Feroza Aziz, remains at its center, making this one of the most needed and empathetic films exploring what it means to be a digital native.

Directors

Shalini Kantayya

Actors

Jon 'TheBlondeJon' Madrid

Jonathan 'TheBlondeJon' Madrid

Richard Cannon III

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