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"Cyberbully" is a 2011 made-for-TV movie that focuses on the life of a teenage girl named Taylor Hillridge, played by Emily Osment. The film explores the impact of social media on modern-day bullying and how it can affect a person's life. Taylor has just started her first year of high school and, like most teenagers, is active on social media. She creates an account on a popular social networking site and soon discovers that she has received a message from a stranger. Initially, she is pleased to have a new friend but soon realizes that this person is not who they say they are. Taylor gets into an argument with the stranger and they threaten to spread rumors about her unless she does what they say.

The situation quickly spirals out of control and Taylor's social media accounts are hacked into by the mystery person who spreads malicious rumors, photos and videos about her, which creates a storm of cyberbullying towards Taylor. Taylor faces an onslaught of relentless cyberbullying that includes, death threats, Slut-shaming and more. Taylor becomes even more isolated and her home life is constantly bombarded by her new reality.

The movie is a heart-wrenching portrayal of the mental and emotional impacts of cyberbullying. It shows how the twisted nature of the internet's anonymity, combined with the sheer volume of messages and attacks, can have a dramatic impact on a person's mental state. Taylor's character goes through stages of denial, depression, and ultimately, acceptance and closure of the situation.

The performances of the cast, especially Emily Osment's, are outstanding in the movie. The movie also touches on Taylor's relationships with her family, friends, and schoolmates, and how they react to her situation. Her single mother, played by Kelly Rowan, tries to understand the extent of what Taylor is going through, but they still face communication challenges in their relationship. Taylor's younger brother, played by Robert Naylor, offers occasional much-needed comic relief to the otherwise dark story.

The director of "Cyberbully," Charles Binamé, masterfully portrays the online world and its impact on our mental health. The movie is often dark, but the director's use of visuals and music builds the film's tension and creates emotional peaks and valleys that reflect Taylor's internal struggles. It raises awareness about the lasting effects of cyberbullying and the importance of seeking help if necessary.

The movie's ending leaves a strong message about the importance of awareness around cyberbullying, with Taylor Hillridge's character giving up her digital devices and enrolling in a support group. The film thus provides a hopeful, yet realistic conclusion to the story, in which Taylor starts taking control of her own life.

Overall, "Cyberbully" is a poignant movie about the harmful effects of cyberbullying and the importance of supporting and standing by the victims. The film will leave you emotional and at the same time, enlighten you on the rising fame of cyberbullying. It remains till date a must-watch for all teenagers and parents who want to understand the kind of online behavior that young people deal with every day.