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The Meme Machine (2016)

2016-12-16 · 53m · EN
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What Happens When the Internet Chooses You

Where did memes come from? Can you make a meme? What happens when you become a meme? In The Meme Machine, Rooster Teeth explores the origins of memes, how they spread, and digs into the stories behind some of the most popular “human memes” like Ermahgerd Girl, Overly Attached Girlfriend, and Chocolate Rain Guy.

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Mat HamesDirector

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Mica BurtonMica BurtonHerselfJon RisingerJon RisingerHimselfBurnie BurnsBurnie BurnsHimselfMatt HullumMatt HullumHimselfGustavo SorolaGustavo SorolaHimselfBarbara DunkelmanBarbara DunkelmanHerselfLaina MorrisLaina MorrisHerselfMaggie GoldenbergerMaggie GoldenbergerHerselfKyle CravenKyle CravenHimselfIan DaviesIan DaviesHimselfTay ZondayTay ZondayHimselfJustin SewellJustin SewellHimself

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MemesMemeErmahgerdChocolate rainOverly attached girlfriend

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What is The Meme Machine about?

Where did memes come from? Can you make a meme? What happens when you become a meme? In The Meme Machine, Rooster Teeth explores the origins of memes, how they spread, and digs into the stories behind some of the most popular “human memes” like Ermahgerd Girl, Overly Attached Girlfriend, and Chocolate Rain Guy.

How long is The Meme Machine?

The Meme Machine has a runtime of 53 minutes.