Ralph Breaks the Internet
dir. Rich Moore · 2018
Plot
Video game bad guy Ralph and fellow misfit Vanellope von Schweetz must risk it all by traveling to the World Wide Web in search of a replacement part to save Vanellope's video game, Sugar Rush. In way over their heads, Ralph and Vanellope rely on the citizens of the internet — the netizens — to help navigate their way, including an entrepreneur named Yesss, who is the head algorithm and the heart and soul of trend-making site BuzzzTube.
Why watch
"Ralph Breaks the Internet" is a vibrant exploration of friendship and self-discovery in the chaotic realm of the World Wide Web, where the absurdity of virality meets the heartfelt journey of two misfit characters. This animated adventure invites viewers to reflect on their digital identities while delivering a comedic and visually stunning experience.
Talking points
- the impact of social media on identity
- friendship dynamics in the digital age
- the nature of online communities
- the role of algorithms in shaping culture