Independent Lens

Season 20, Episode 12

Episode Title: People's Republic of Desire

Air Date: 2019-02-25

Overview:

In an age where the power of technology helps us connect, are we as isolated as ever? People’s Republic of Desire exposes the baffling reality of how virtual relationships are replacing real-life human connections through China’s video-based social network YY––a hugely popular gathering place for over 300 million people in China.