The People's Republic of Desire

In China, as a digitally-native generation comes of age, online friendships are beginning to replace real-life interaction.

« The People’s Republic of Desire » is a real-life Black Mirror story where two live streamers seek fame, fortune and human connection on China's insanely popular livestreaming network, YY.

Every year they compete to win the network’s biggest competition, but as third party interests start circling, it’s clear that far more sinister forces are at play when multimillion dollar deals are being made and rumours of sexual favours start to spread.

This is tipped as one of the best documentaries of 2018 and with good reason, you’ll picking your jaw up off the floor throughout.

Title : The People’s Republic of Desire
Director : Hao Wu
Release : 2018
Length : 1h35mins
Where to watch : Youtube, Google Play, iTunes