SOLVED: it’s Antitrust! Thanks everyone!

It’s a tech related movie came out probably early 2000s.

Bits I remember:

  • A group of home brew coders watches a webinar of some large software company.
  • One of them gets hired by the company to work on a large project
  • The project is supposed to enable content delivery/streaming while overcoming bandwidth constraints, but they’re stuck in development
  • Main character is working on the project and is making headway but discovers something nefarious might be going on in the company
  • He checks around the place and realises a large mouse sculpture in the company campus playground is actually a hidden satellite
  • Using a computer in the children’s daycare room he uncovers the conspiracy
  • He manages to finish off the project, and the company thinks everything is fine
  • The tech company tests the system and it works perfectly broadcasting everywhere.
  • But the guy uses this test to present a montage of all the evidence of the conspiracy. Also uploads the project source code
  • Company CEO gets arrested or something, everyone lives happily ever after.
  • YaksDC@lemm.ee
    8·
    8 months ago

    That is definitely “Antitrust” with Tim Robbins and Ryan Phillippe.

    • neidu2@feddit.nl
      3·
      8 months ago

      Yup, has to be Antitrust. After reading three of the descriptors I was sure. Only had to loosely skim the rest of the post to remain sure.

  • oxjox@lemmy.mlEnglish
    61·
    8 months ago

    I ran this through Bing CoPilot and it suggested Antitrust https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7hhqX1PANU I’ll paste the entire output below because the source links might be worth taking look at.

    As a backup, it mentioned The Net starring Sandra Bullock from 1995. I am absolutely going to rewatch this one. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=88l9tjkTBwQ

    Edit: I did take the time to watch two movie trailers and compose my answer before submitting it in the time two other “humans” replied. Still, I’m impressed that humans are at least keeping up with AI so far.

    The movie you’re describing sounds intriguing! While I couldn’t find an exact match based on the details you provided, there are a few tech-related films from the early 2000s that might be worth exploring. Let’s consider a couple of possibilities:

    1. “Antitrust” (2001):

      • In this thriller, a young programmer named Milo (played by Ryan Phillippe) gets hired by a powerful tech company led by Gary Winston (played by Tim Robbins).
      • The company is working on a groundbreaking project that aims to revolutionize communication and data sharing.
      • As Milo delves deeper into the project, he uncovers dark secrets and realizes that the company’s intentions may not be as noble as they seem.
      • The film explores themes of corporate espionage, ethics, and the impact of technology on society.
      • While it doesn’t match all the details you mentioned, it shares some similarities.
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    2. “The Net” (1995):

      • Although this film predates the early 2000s, it’s worth mentioning because it deals with technology and conspiracy.
      • Sandra Bullock plays Angela Bennett, a computer programmer who stumbles upon a dangerous conspiracy after receiving a mysterious disk.
      • The plot involves cybercrime, identity theft, and a powerful corporation trying to manipulate information.
      • While it doesn’t align perfectly with your description, it’s another tech-themed movie that might interest you.
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    Remember that these suggestions may not match all the details you provided, but they capture the essence of tech-related thrillers. If neither of these is the movie you’re thinking of, I recommend checking out other tech-related films from that era. Sometimes memory can play tricks, and perhaps the film you’re looking for has a slightly different plot or title. 🎥🍿

    If you remember any additional details, feel free to share them, and I’ll do my best to narrow down the search! 😊

    Source: Conversation with Bing, 5/10/2024 (1) The 55+ Best Movies About Technology - Ranker. https://www.ranker.com/list/best-movies-about-technology/ranker-film. (2) The 10 Best 2000s Movies That Exude Y2K Vibes - The Tech Edvocate. https://www.thetechedvocate.org/the-10-best-2000s-movies-that-exude-y2k-vibes/. (3) The Greatest Tech Movies of All Time - IMDb. https://www.imdb.com/list/ls525477326/. (4) Key Movies About Technology - IMDb. https://www.imdb.com/list/ls082776583/.