System Shock

Set in Germany in 1995, the film follows a PhD student who invents a method to compress audio without losing quality, creating the MP3 file type. This breakthrough leads to a rapid increase in illegal music downloads, changing the landscape of the music industry forever.

Featuring interviews with notable figures like Chuck D and Zakk Wylde, System Shock examines how the MP3 format contributed to the rise of a billion-dollar sharing economy. The documentary not only highlights technological advancements but also reflects on the consequences these changes had on artists and the industry as a whole.