the internet is infested with bots. the world is a stage.

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Why it worked

The video taps into a widespread anxiety about the authenticity of online content and interactions, using a provocative hook and relatable imagery to engage viewers.

Summary

The creator questions the authenticity of online interactions, showing images that appear to be manipulated or fake. They express concern about the prevalence of bots and the blurring lines between reality and artificiality on the internet.

Structure

1The internet is infested with bots.
2Are we talking to real people?
3Questioning the authenticity of images.
4Realizing images might be fake.
5Expressing existential doubt about online interactions.

On-screen text

the internet is infested with bots. the world is a stage. are you talking to real people? do we even care anymore?

Transcript

the internet is infested with bots. the world is a stage. are you talking to real people? do we even care anymore? wait, hold on. what is photo on his website photo on his website real photo wait, are these hands real? no. hold on. no. wait. this it is fake. this is a fake picture. Oh shit. I'm trying to go full skits on this. I feel like I'm leaning into something right now that like you're not supposed to touch. You're not supposed to lean into. Does this kind of feels like a joke to say? Um, I'm not suicidal obviously. Never been suicidal. No thoughts of suicide. Just as a thing to throw out there.

Original caption

#deadinternet #bots #wakeup #naw #no