We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists
Synopsis
Takes us inside the world of Anonymous, the radical "hacktivist" collective that has redefined civil disobedience for the digital age. The film explores early hacktivist groups like Cult of the Dead Cow and Electronic Disturbance Theater, then moves to Anonymous' raucous beginnings on the website 4chan. Through interviews with current members, people recently returned from prison or facing trial, writers, academics, activists and major players in various "raids," the documentary traces Anonymous’ evolution from merry pranksters to a full-blown movement with a global reach, the most transformative civil disobedience of our time.
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We Are Legion - The Story of the Hacktivists (Full Documentary)
Type: Clip • Published 2015-09-01
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 20, 2012
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian Knappenberger
- Screenplay & Story
- Brian Knappenberger
- Original Score
- John Dragonetti
- Original Title
- We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Luminant Media
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian Knappenberger
Brian Knappenberger
John Dragonetti
Lincoln Else
Lindsay Gillette, Kristin Lesko, Nihar Patel, Jana Triska, Sasa Woodruff
Department Leadership Roster
Brian Knappenberger
Director
Lindsay Gillette
Producer
Kristin Lesko
Producer
Nihar Patel
Producer
Jana Triska
Producer
Sasa Woodruff
Producer
John Dragonetti
Original Music Composer
Brian Knappenberger
Producer
Brian Knappenberger
Writer
Lincoln Else
Director of Photography
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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What is We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists about?
Takes us inside the world of Anonymous, the radical "hacktivist" collective that has redefined civil disobedience for the digital age. The film explores early hacktivist groups like Cult of the Dead Cow and Electronic Disturbance Theater, then moves to Anonymous' raucous beginnings on the website 4chan. Through interviews with current members, people recently returned from prison or facing trial, writers, academics, activists and major players in various "raids," the documentary traces Anonymous’ evolution from merry pranksters to a full-blown movement with a global reach, the most transformative civil disobedience of our time.
Who directed We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists?
We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists was directed by Brian Knappenberger.
Who stars in We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists?
The principal cast of We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists includes Anon2World, Anonyops, Julian Assange, Aaron Barr, Barrett Brown.
When was We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists released and how long is it?
We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists?
The original motion picture soundtrack for We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists was composed by John Dragonetti.
What is the age rating and content advisory for We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists?
We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).