Pioneers of protection
Co-Producers: Max Feliu and Eleazar Yisrael
Release date: November 1, 2024
Awarded the prestigious Birch Fellowship by Honors Carolina, Max Feliu and Eleazar Yisrael co-produced Pioneers of Protection in the summer of 2024 documenting the profound effects of Utah's groundbreaking Social Media Regulation Act. This act is the first in the United States to impose comprehensive restrictions on social media access for minors. Set for its release on November 1 ahead of the 2024 Utah gubernatorial election, the project captures the real-world implications for families navigating the new requirements, including age verification and parental controls, while also examining the broader debates surrounding privacy, free speech, and child safety. The documentary features interviews with several Utah families, child development experts, social media researchers, and religious figures, offering a first-hand look at the challenges and impacts of this legislation. Set to release ahead of the November 2024 election cycle, the documentary aims to shed light on how this landmark law may shape future social media regulations across the country. By exploring both the potential benefits and the concerns surrounding the act, the film provides an important and timely insight into a critical issue that will have nationwide repercussions.
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