TR(ol)L: New Kids on the Block, Total Request Live and the Chain Letter That Changed the Internet
“Putting the TRL in trolling”
Synopsis
In 1999, a chain letter went viral on the internet, MTV’s Total Request Live was put up to a decision. Would they play New Kids on the Block’s awesomely bad and equally dated “Hangin’ Tough” music video on the countdown? Or refuse to give into the trolls and risks their impression of a democratic vote.
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TR(ol)L TRAILER
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-01-31
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Release History & Theatrical Window
World Premiere At Cinequest Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 1, 2025
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Yourgo Artsitas
- Screenplay & Story
- Yourgo Artsitas
- Original Title
- TR(ol)L: New Kids on the Block, Total Request Live and the Chain Letter That Changed the Internet
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 17m
- Production Studios
- Celibone Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yourgo Artsitas
Yourgo Artsitas
Ben Brady
Yourgo Artsitas
Yourgo Artsitas
Department Leadership Roster
Ben Brady
Director of Photography
Yourgo Artsitas
Producer
Yourgo Artsitas
Director
Yourgo Artsitas
Editor
Yourgo Artsitas
Writer
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About TR(ol)L: New Kids on the Block, Total Request Live and the Chain Letter That Changed the Internet
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What is TR(ol)L: New Kids on the Block, Total Request Live and the Chain Letter That Changed the Internet about?
In 1999, a chain letter went viral on the internet, MTV’s Total Request Live was put up to a decision. Would they play New Kids on the Block’s awesomely bad and equally dated “Hangin’ Tough” music video on the countdown? Or refuse to give into the trolls and risks their impression of a democratic vote.
Who directed TR(ol)L: New Kids on the Block, Total Request Live and the Chain Letter That Changed the Internet?
TR(ol)L: New Kids on the Block, Total Request Live and the Chain Letter That Changed the Internet was directed by Yourgo Artsitas.
Who stars in TR(ol)L: New Kids on the Block, Total Request Live and the Chain Letter That Changed the Internet?
The principal cast of TR(ol)L: New Kids on the Block, Total Request Live and the Chain Letter That Changed the Internet includes Dave Holmes, Ananda Lewis, Joey McIntyre, Adam Freeman.
When was TR(ol)L: New Kids on the Block, Total Request Live and the Chain Letter That Changed the Internet released and how long is it?
TR(ol)L: New Kids on the Block, Total Request Live and the Chain Letter That Changed the Internet was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 17m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for TR(ol)L: New Kids on the Block, Total Request Live and the Chain Letter That Changed the Internet?
TR(ol)L: New Kids on the Block, Total Request Live and the Chain Letter That Changed the Internet holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).