Privacy People explores varied interpretations of what privacy is and why it is important to individuals and societies. Focusing on the events that raised cultural awareness of big data and surveillance, the film reflects on the common refrain that "privacy is dead."

The story is told by some of the world’s most prominent experts from government, industry, academia, and civil society. Beyond the concept of privacy, the film examines how the "privacy profession" came to exist: who took up these roles, how the field has grown, and the important challenges ahead given the rapid march of technology especially AI.

A discussion with Q&A will follow the film, featuring filmmaker Stephen Bolinger and other privacy leaders including Shepherdstown Opera House Co-Owner Harriet Pearson who appears in the film.

Admission is Pay-What-You-Can (suggested $15/ticket). Ticket proceeds go toward the Shepherdstown Opera House operating costs and make it possible for us to continue offering films, lectures and other programs.

Year Released: 2025

Unrated

Runtime: 77 minutes plus discussion

Many thanks to our sponsors, whose financial support helped to make this screening event possible:

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Additional thanks to our promotion partners who helped get the word out about this event: Future of Privacy Forum, ______

Special thanks to London-based filmmaker Stephen Bolinger for allowing us to screen his film and for joining us live via Zoom for a post-film discussion.

The historic Shepherdstown Opera House is a cozy vaudeville-style theater. Advance reservations encouraged to ensure seating which is general admission. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime.

Popcorn, candy, soft drinks, beer & wine available for purchase (no outside food or drinks please). Lobby, theater & restroom are wheelchair accessible.

Hearing-impaired? Download the app AudioFetch on your phone (iPhone or Android) for use with Bluetooth-enabled hearing aids.

More information available on OperaHouseLive.com.