Independent Lens (1999)

Episode Overview

In a time when technology enhances our ability to communicate, are we more disconnected than we realize? People's Republic of Desire delves into the perplexing truth that virtual interactions are superseding genuine human relationships. The documentary focuses on YY, a widely embraced video-based social network in China, which boasts a staggering 300 million users, highlighting the complexities of modern social life and the impact of online connections on real-world bonding.