We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists

This compelling documentary dives into the intriguing realm of Anonymous, a groundbreaking "hacktivist" group that has reshaped the concept of civil disobedience in the digital era. The film begins by delving into the origins of early hacktivist collectives such as Cult of the Dead Cow and Electronic Disturbance Theater, before tracing Anonymous' boisterous emergence on the online platform 4chan. Through a series of interviews with current members, ex-convicts, writers, scholars, activists, and key players involved in various "raids," the documentary elucidates the metamorphosis of Anonymous from a group of mischievous pranksters into a globally influential movement that has redefined civil disobedience for our time. The film serves as an illuminating exploration of the digital activism landscape and the individuals driving change through online channels.