National Cyber Security Training Academy

While Hollywood often exaggerates computer hacking for dramatic effect, many popular films are inspired by real-world cybersecurity concepts and situations. By watching selected movies, students can better understand topics such as social engineering, insider threats, password misuse, surveillance, digital forensics, and the consequences of poor security practices. These films provide valuable lessons on how cyber incidents unfold in real life, the human factors that lead to breaches, and why ethical decision-making matters in technology. Students are encouraged to view these movies critically—separating fiction from reality—while identifying real cybersecurity principles they can apply to their studies and future careers.