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CLOUDWALKERS

A Documentary Film

ISI AND THE INVENTORS OF THE FUTURE

In 1972, following the release of the Pentagon Papers, a small institute in Los Angeles was given the power to design, develop and run the Internet. What followed was one of the greatest explosions of information in human history.

Meet some of the featured pioneers
From the birth of the Internet to securing cyberspace and the rise of AI.

About The Film

"Cloudwalkers" chronicles the journey of the trailblazers at USC's Information Sciences Institute, a legendary group working on the shores of the Pacific who became known as "the engineers of the internet". Discover the untold story of how the internet began and the groundbreaking advancements it catalyzed, transforming every aspect of our lives from communication to medicine, sports, and politics. This documentary reveals how these innovations reshaped the very fabric of society, ushering in The Second Machine Age. Yet, with this transformative power came significant challenges, leaving its creators to wrestle with the unleashed potential of their creation. Explore the dreams, struggles, fears, and hopes of the people at the heart of this digital revolution.

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Cloudwalkers Trailer
University of Southern California

Cloudwalkers Trailer

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