The Instagram Effect

In just ten years, Instagram has gained over a billion users worldwide, shaping culture, trends, and the way we live our lives. But its impact on society is increasingly being questioned as governments step up efforts to regulate social media networks.

This is the first documentary to examine the app’s effects on users since Frances Haugen disclosed internal company research proving Facebook, now known as Meta, was aware of Instagram’s role in exacerbating issues around body image and self-harm for younger users.