Dark Net
Exploration of technology's impact on society
About Dark Net
Released: 2016
Platform: Hulu
Rating: TVMA
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Cast
Lauren Terp
About Dark Net
"Dark Net" is a riveting and thought-provoking documentary series that was released in 2016. The series presents an unflinching look at the digital age's dark edges, exploring themes such as infidelity, obsession, intimidation, and illegal activities. It offers viewers an unprecedented glimpse into different corners of the internet, delving deep into how it influences and shapes our modern world.
Making / Production
"Dark Net" is an original Showtime production developed by vocational explorer Mati Kochavi. This documentary series is rendered by cutting-edge technologies amalgamating story-telling technique with stylish and sleek visual design which immerse the viewer into the topic of exploration. Each story presented in the series is intertwined and explores the theme through personal anecdotes and expert opinions.
Actors
- Lair Torrent played as the narrator, giving an intense, engrossing voice-over throughout the series. His deep voice and persuasive tone incited curiosity and apprehensive excitement among the viewers.
- Various Internet Users participated in the series, recounting their experiences and expertise. They provided the real-life testimonies that make this series unique and compelling.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- Although it is a TV series, "Dark Net" doesn't have a traditional cast or a continuous plot but is rather a collection of independent stories.
- "Dark Net" intertwines information with a narrative, resulting in a 'docu-thriller' genre blend.
- The TV series is not just about the dark web, though that's a part of it. It focuses more broadly on deep-seated internet cultures and impacts.
Awards
While "Dark Net" did not win any major awards, it was critically acclaimed for its cutting-edge narrative, theme exploration and powerful story-telling techniques.
Quotes
- "Technology's promise to keep us connected has left us disconnected."
- "The Internet watches us, knows us, shape us."
- "We are now all connected, but is this man's greatest triumph, or his greatest mistake."
Music, Soundtrack
- "Dark Net"'s atmospheric music enriched the tensely exciting narrative. Composers Justin Melland and David Benjamin Steinberg created a soundscape masterfully hued to match the series's docu-thriller perception.
- The strong rhythmic pieces, subtle melodies, and poignant musical segments amplify the emotions, tensions and drama of the series.
About Dark Net
Dark Net is a docuseries exploring the darker corners of the internet along with its intersection with crime, society, and the future.