The central power of Herzog's picture came from the fact that Treadwell hadn't had the opportunity to yet edit his film, something he so cleverly did when given the chance. A clearer picture of his conflicts and his person was left revealed.

That immediacy that technology allows for (though isn't always utilized) is part of what FC saw as so unifying about it. Obviously that characteristic runs through the Internet as well.

There's no little irony in the fact that Treadwell's story has spread thanks to technology like this; no little irony that while editing prevails, blogs are a perfect example of how technology is an enabler that tends toward (un)intentional confessional -- just as in Treadwell's snippets of film; and no little irony that the same questions that arise from his use of the technology arise here too, question each blogger's motivation.