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The Internet's Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz

2014 · 105 min Documentary Crime
7.9 / 10 · TMDB

Programming prodigy and information activist Aaron Swartz achieved groundbreaking work in social justice and political organizing. His passion for open access ensnared him in a legal nightmare that ended with the taking of his own life at the age of 26.

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📋 Film Details

Year 2014
Country United States of America
Genre Documentary, Crime
Director Brian Knappenberger
Runtime 105 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.9/10 (457 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Brian Knappenberger

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Aaron Swartz

Aaron Swartz

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Tim Berners-Lee

Tim Berners-Lee

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Cory Doctorow

Cory Doctorow

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Peter Eckersley

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Lawrence Lessig

Lawrence Lessig

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Brewster Kahle

Brewster Kahle

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Cindy Cohn

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Zoe Lofgren

Zoe Lofgren

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Gabriella Coleman

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