Screen Generation: Sick Generation?

Sep 26, 2020

0h 53m

★ 8.6

Overview

Smartphones, computers, gaming consoles or digital tablets are now givens in our daily lives. The electronic intrusion is causing controversy and collective hysteria. Are we damaging our brains with all these screens? How will unprecedented exposure to screens impact humanity? To find out, the filmmakers examine how science has been applied to distinguish between truth and falsehoods, and explore the suspected side-effects of screen exposure. The documentary travels through the US and Europe to meet and speak to researchers who are leaders in this field.

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

Effervescence

ARTE

Palmyra Films

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