Anyone who is curious about the world of cyber security, or wants to learn about the risks of the internet, should really give this series a watch 

A newly-released Netflix docuseries, ‘The Most Hated Man on the Internet’ is making people rethink their online identities, the information they put online, and who they can trust on the web. The three-part series is cantered on the exploits of Hunter Moore, who was given this infamous title by Rolling Stones Magazine. Now you might be wondering, what could Hunter have done to gain such notoriety? Here’s the context.

In 2010, Hunter created a website called “Is Anyone Up?” While the site initially curated content pertaining to concerts and musical bands, it soon devolved into something much more deplorable, becoming a website where people would post revenge porn. Not only did the site carry these heinous videos, in some cases it also published the victim’s address, their Facebook profile, and where they work.

When Hunter was later asked how he could morally profit off of such an enterprise and let such content go unchecked on his website – putting people’s privacy and lives at risk – he simply smiled and laughed.

The series follows the mother-daughter duo that joined forces to take Hunter to court, and refused to back down even when faced with Hunter’s gaslighting and blackmailing. The daughter, Kayla, became a victim of Hunter’s site when her topless photo was posted on it. While the details presented in this show are appalling, the quest for justice does provide a certain degree of inspiration, as does the courage exhibited by the victim. The show does a great job of using a replica of the site and not the original one as the series wishes to preserve the anonymity of those whose privacy was first violated. However, while the Netflix series demonstrates that justice ultimately prevails, it goes on to show that this does not always mean that the damage that has been done is remedied.

Produced under the banner of RAW TV, this production company has churned out several hit docuseries which make us reconsider the online world, like Tinder Swindler, and Don’t F**k With Cats. It’s also a studio that is not afraid to explore and document topics that may seem a little untoward and unsavoury. The production quality of ‘The Most Hated Man on the Internet’ is superb, and each interview is truly captivating, proving that RAW TV is currently on top of its game.

While watching this series, the primary thing viewers are waiting for is the moment when Hunter suffers the consequences of his actions and is placed behind bars. In 2012, as the documentary reveals, Hunter was accused of identity theft, among other charges. He pleaded guilty and, just two years after his website started carrying revenge porn videos, Hunter was handed a prison sentence.

The series does a great job of capturing and presenting a holistic picture of Hunter’s actions and his trial by interviewing individuals associated with him. After watching these interviews one understands why he has been called the ‘Charles Manson of the internet’. Everyone from his attorney to his girlfriend claim that they felt like they were inside some kind of cult. Eerily, the interviews with Moore himself show that he has little to no regrets, and a sick sense of satisfaction seems to surround him. It’s also a sad reality that once something finds its way onto the internet it’s impossible to ensure that it is removed entirely. As a result, the victims of Hunter’s site continue to live in fear of their privacy being breached yet again.

‘The Most Hated Man on the Internet’ is equal parts frightening and informative. While the series will make all viewers deeply vary of their online presence, it will also encourage them to be more cautious in their online interactions, and will make them rethink how they choose to safeguard their private data. In many aspects, ‘The Most Hated Man on The Internet,’ a one of a kind show, is a master class in how a good docuseries should be made for today’s audiences. Anyone who is curious about the world of cyber security, or wants to learn about the risks of the internet, should really give this series a watch.