As parents, we’ve all had (or soon will) that moment where our teen starts talking about something we only half understand — coding, cybersecurity, or the latest AI trend they saw online. It can feel like they’re speaking another language! But sometimes, the easiest way to bridge that gap isn’t through long talks or new gadgets — it’s through something as simple as watching a movie together.
Lately, my teen has been obsessed with films that feature technology — everything from The Matrix to Ready Player One. And honestly, I get it. Those fast-paced “hacking” scenes and futuristic worlds can be fascinating, even if they make real-life tech look a little more glamorous (and a lot faster) than it actually is.
That’s what got us talking about how Hollywood often exaggerates tech — especially hacking. We ended up laughing through some of the wildest movie moments that just seemed a little too unrealistic (but very entertaining).
It’s a great reminder that what looks cool on screen usually takes a lot more time, code, and caffeine in real life!
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