Its intentions are good, but Netflix doc ‘The Social Dilemma’ is as manipulative as Facebook

By inventing entirely fictional plot lines to illustrate key points, the vital film undermines its own authority

https://www.nme.com/en_asia/features/the-social-dilemma-netflix-facebook-2761067

What about personal responsibility to not use the app if you don’t like how it’s manipulating you?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SlKao_Pox5A

Where an individual chooses to focus their attention is a choice. It would help further the discussion if we didn't treat social media consumers as victims but rather as individuals with agency and personal responsibility.

My questions for the Social Dilemma filmmakers:

1. Regulation seems to take tech down the same path as tobacco & drugs. What are your thoughts either on focusing primarily on education & treatment—much like Portugal is doing with their drug program—or a hybrid?

2. The need for publicly traded companies to consistently show growth & profit are at the foundation of this arms race. How can we change the system so that companies are not punished for decisions that end up making them grow more slowly or generate fewer profits? B corps?

3. If you look at the underlying reason people want to engage with social media, it is our core need to connect with other people. How can we foster a world where people can mindfully connect with others in healthy and meaningful ways?