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Top Movie About IT

Fictional Films

  1. The Social Network (2010)
    • Synopsis: Chronicles the creation of Facebook by Mark Zuckerberg and the legal battles that followed.
    • Why Watch: Offers a compelling look at entrepreneurship, innovation, and the challenges of building a tech empire.
  2. Ex Machina (2015)
    • Synopsis: A young programmer is invited to administer a Turing test on an advanced humanoid AI.
    • Why Watch: Explores the ethical and philosophical implications of artificial intelligence.
  3. Hackers (1995)
    • Synopsis: A group of young hackers uncover a corporate conspiracy and must use their skills to fight back.
    • Why Watch: A cult classic with an exaggerated but fun portrayal of hacker culture in the '90s.
  4. Tron (1982) / Tron: Legacy (2010)
    • Synopsis: A programmer gets pulled into a digital world and must fight to escape.
    • Why Watch: A groundbreaking visual representation of the relationship between humans and computers.
  5. WarGames (1983)
    • Synopsis: A teenage hacker accidentally accesses a military supercomputer and nearly starts World War III.
    • Why Watch: A classic that highlights the risks of cyber warfare and hacking.
  6. Steve Jobs (2015)
    • Synopsis: A biographical drama focusing on key product launches and the personal challenges of Apple's co-founder.
    • Why Watch: Offers a deep dive into the mind of one of tech's most influential figures.

Documentaries

  1. The Great Hack (2019)
    • Synopsis: Explores data privacy and the Cambridge Analytica scandal's impact on democracy.
    • Why Watch: Reveals the dark side of big data and its influence on modern society.
  2. Code: Debugging the Gender Gap (2015)
    • Synopsis: Investigates the gender disparity in tech and explores efforts to close the gap.
    • Why Watch: Inspires discussions about diversity in the programming world.
  3. Hacker Wars (2014)
    • Synopsis: Examines the lives of hacktivists who challenge governmental and corporate entities.
    • Why Watch: A gripping look at cyber activism and the consequences of digital rebellion.
  4. Revolution OS (2001)
    • Synopsis: Chronicles the rise of the open-source software movement and Linux.
    • Why Watch: Perfect for developers who appreciate open-source philosophies.
  5. We Are Legion: The Story of the Hacktivists (2012)
    • Synopsis: Focuses on Anonymous and their global impact as a hacktivist collective.
    • Why Watch: Delves into the intersection of technology, protest, and power.

Honorable Mentions