Where to watch #chicagoGirl (2013)

Story

A teenager living in suburban Chicago uses digital platforms to document and share accounts of the Syrian conflict with a global audience. Through social media connections with activists on the ground in Syria, she becomes a bridge between those experiencing the violence and the wider world. The documentary follows how ordinary people leverage online tools to raise awareness about the situation, while grappling with questions about the effectiveness of digital activism against authoritarian regimes.

Why watch

• Documentary examining the role of social media in modern activism and conflict
• Explores real events through firsthand accounts from people directly involved
• Examines the tension between digital and physical forms of resistance

Good for: Viewers interested in documentaries about activism, technology, and contemporary history; certificate unknown, so check before watching with younger viewers.