The Net (2003)
Das Netz
Overview
Explores the incredibly complex backstory of Ted Kaczynski, the infamous Unabomber. This exquisitely crafted inquiry into the rationale of this mythic figure situates him within a late 20th century web of technology—a system that he grew to oppose. A marvelously subversive approach to the history of the Internet, this insightful documentary combines speculative travelogue and investigative journalism to trace contrasting countercultural responses to the cybernetic revolution.
Where to watch The Net
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
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| United States | GuideDoc | — | — |
| United Kingdom | GuideDoc | — | — |
| Canada | GuideDoc | — | — |
| Ireland | GuideDoc | — | — |
| India | GuideDoc | — | — |
| Germany | GuideDoc, Sooner | — | — |
| Spain | GuideDoc | — | — |
| Italy | GuideDoc | — | — |
| Netherlands | GuideDoc | — | — |
| Mexico | GuideDoc | — | — |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists The Net in 22 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is The Net about?
Explores the incredibly complex backstory of Ted Kaczynski, the infamous Unabomber. This exquisitely crafted inquiry into the rationale of this mythic figure situates him within a late 20th century web of technology—a system that he grew to oppose. A marvelously subversive approach to the history of the Internet, this insightful documentary combines speculative travelogue and investigative journalism to trace contrasting countercultural responses to the cybernetic revolution. The Net is a Documentary movie, released on 2003-10-01, runtime 121 minutes.
Is The Net worth watching?
TMDB users rate The Net 6.3 out of 10 from 14 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch The Net?
In the United States, The Net streams on GuideDoc. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Lutz Dammbeck
Cast
- Eva Mattes as Narrator (voice)
- Tom Vogt as Ted Kaczynski (voice)
- Ted Kaczynski as Self (archive footage)
- Lutz Dammbeck as Self
- John Brockman as Self
- Stewart Brand as Self
- Robert W. Taylor as Self
- Heinz von Foerster as Self
- Butch Gehring as Self
- Chris Waits as Self
- David Gelernter as Self
- Ken Kesey as Self (archive footage)
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Sources
Details and the 6.3/10 rating from The Net on TMDB, also on IMDb. Back to Movie World.