After being bullied and dealing with his own mental health issues, a high-school student finds solace in an online world where he can be free and escape reality. However, his virtual experiences begin to consume him, leading to a dangerous downward spiral.

In 'The Hater,' a manipulative man uses social media and digital marketing to orchestrate a smear campaign against a mayoral candidate in Warsaw, Poland. He infiltrates political circles and engages in double-dealing, spreading hate speech and disinformation. As his tactics escalate, he becomes increasingly successful, eventually leading to a mass shooting at a demonstration. The movie explores themes of manipulation, nationalism, and the dark side of digital technology.