Tell Your Story in a Documentary
On a streamer. About growing up online. Starring you.
On a streamer. About growing up online. Starring you.
Award-winning filmmakers Imagine Documentaries and Edgeline Films have teamed up with Jonathan Haidt and The Anxious Generation Movement to make a documentary about what it’s actually like to grow up with phones and social media.
And we want Gen Z to tell that story.
TWO WAYS TO GET INVOLVED:
Be the protagonist
If you’re curious, creative and funny and want to dig into how social media affects your generation, apply to work directly with the filmmakers to investigate the issue, document your personal experiences, interview experts, and be the central voice in the film.
Ages 17-22
Share your story of challenge and growth
If you’ve had a particularly difficult or harmful experience with social media and the internet, this is an opportunity to share that story – and what you learned from it.
Ages 16-30
TO APPLY:
Deadline: June 30, 2025
Send us a short selfie video where you tell us about your relationship to phones and social media. Hate them? Love them? Any insane stories? Hot takes? Regrets?
And if you want, find a friend or family member and get them to share their thoughts too.
Show us your personality and POV.
This isn’t about being perfect or polished. We care way more about honesty, vibes, and you being you.
Protagonist Application
TO APPLY:
Deadline: June 30, 2025
Please tell us a little bit about the challenge or harmful experiences you have faced online – and what you have learned from them. We know these stories can be painful to reflect on and appreciate your willingness to share.
Stories of Challenge and Growth Application
No one under the age of 16 may participate. If you are between the ages of 16 and the age of legal majority in your jurisdiction of residence, you may only upload videos under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to your participation. If we select you to participate in the project, additional parental consents may be required.
Questions? Email us! phonelifedoc@edgelinefilms.com
