2000s-2010s Movies for Digital Literacy

Movies can be great conversation starters about digital literacy. Movies can often provide visuals to supplement discussions about important topics like using technology effectively. Here is a list of movies from 2000s-2010s, that can facilitate discussions about online privacy, technology use, AI, cyberbullying, and online safety.

Read It and Weep (2006) is a film that illustrates how a girl named Jamie, has her electronic diary become a highly successful book accidentally. But is it worth it? Read It and Weep is great for discussions about online privacy, technology use, and going viral in an unusual way. Rated G. This movie can be found on Disney+.

Wall-E (2008) is a film that depicts the journey of a lovable robot called Wall-E. This story is great for the discussions about AI, the dynamic between society and technology, and the potential fate of society when it comes to technology. Rated G. Wall-E can be found on Disney+ as well.

Lucky in Love (2014) is a heartwarming story about a girl named Mira, who wants to live her dream life. She works at a tech company creating websites. Unexpectedly, she gets everything she wants and realizes her dream life may not be what she truly wants. The movie shows the importance of teamwork in the creation process like digital design. Rated PG. Lucky in Love can be found for free with ads through YouTube Movies & TV: https://youtu.be/tKwqoZHtKYA?feature=shared.

Cyberbully (2011) is inspired by a true story of a girl named Taylor, who is harassed a lot online. The constant bullying affects Taylor’s perception about herself and her well being. Great movie to talk about cyberbullying and online safety. Rated PG-13. Cyberbully can be found on Amazon Prime Video.

Social Nightmare (2013) is a thriller showing how Catherine’s life is turned upside down by a series of hacks and negative social media. Initially she thinks it is her friend, but little does she know the actual culprit. Social Nightmare can facilitate discussions about cyberbullying and online safety as well. Rated TV-14. This movie can be found on Amazon Prime Video or Google Play Movies &TV.

So, here are a couple of movies to watch and discuss. These movies are a great way to talk about digital literacy topics such as online safety. Check out these movies today!