Social media may have been glorified as something helpful, easy and convenient but as we all know there are two sides to a coin. Social media does have quite a lot of bad sides. Unfortunately, most mass media only share the good and glorify it, without stating the dark side of it that is even more complex than explained. This study uses a qualitative approach with reception analysis theory by Stuart Hall to understand the audience's role in generating the meaning of digital literacy. The literature review highlights the previous research on the spread of misinformation and the solutions proposed by tech giants and experts, which aligns with the current research on digital literacy for social media. Through this research, participants show they understand digital literacy better after watching “The Social Dilemma” documentary. Digital literacy is an important skill that people must understand. This film proves that digital literacy can be taught and understood by watching this Documentary.

The Social Dilemma, Digital Literacy, Social Media, Technology, Documentary Movie, Reception Studies