The third episode of Netflix’s docuseries, 'Web of Make Believe: Death, Lies, and the Internet,' explores a young woman's journey into the alt-right and Nazi subculture.
The episode delves into the challenges of distinguishing truth from misinformation in today's information-saturated society, highlighting concerns about the spread of extremist ideologies through communication platforms like social media and gaming.
Former FBI agent Michael German discusses how extremist groups exploit technological advancements to disseminate their ideologies before government intervention, contributing to the proliferation of alt-right beliefs.
The episode follows Samantha Froelich's experience with the alt-right group Identity Evropa, revealing the deceptive tactics used to recruit individuals and the disturbing realities of the movement.