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The Wikipedia Promise movie

🎬 Title: The Wikipedia Promise / Das Wikipedia Versprechen – 20 Jahre Wissen für alle?

Story: Launched in 2001, Jimmy Wales introduced the first entry on Wikipedia, igniting a collaborative movement rooted in the ambition to make knowledge accessible to everyone, breaking free from centuries of elite control. But does Wikipedia truly fulfill this visionary promise?

⭐ Rating: 6.7 (based on 6 votes)

📅 Release Date: January 3, 2021

⏱️ Runtime: 52 minutes

🎭 Genres: Documentary, History, TV Movie

🎬 Directors: Lorenza Castella, Jascha Hannover

✍️ Writers: Lorenza Castella, Jascha Hannover

🌍 Country of Origin: Germany

🏢 Production Companies: Florianfilm, WDR, ARTE

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👥 Cast: Larry Sanger (Self – Wikipedia Founder), Andrew Keen (Self – Author), Jimmy Wales (Self – Wikipedia Founder), May Hachem (Self – Wikipedian), Emna Mizouni (Self – Wikipedian), Dumisani Ndubane (Self – Wikipedian), Martin Cohen (Self – Philosopher), Simon Winchester (Self – Author), Katherine Maher (Self – CEO of Wikimedia Foundation), Marvin Oppong (Self – Journalist)

Editor’s Note: Here’s a brief overview of The Wikipedia Promise (2021): This documentary delves into the history of Wikipedia while delivering a personal narrative. Director Lorenza Castella effectively maintains a focused storyline, prioritizing character development over flashy distractions. Featuring notable voices like Larry Sanger, Andrew Keen, and Jimmy Wales, the film presents their contributions in a grounded and accessible manner. With a run time of 52 minutes, it unfolds at a thoughtful pace, ensuring each moment counts. While it has its imperfections, the overall strengths far outweigh them. If the concept resonates with you, definitely add it to your watchlist.

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