In an age where the power of technology helps us connect, are we as isolated as ever? People’s Republic of Desire exposes the baffling reality of how virtual relationships are replacing real-life human connections through China’s video-based social network YY––a hugely popular gathering place for over 300 million people in China. #RepublicofDesirePBS Learn more about "Independent Lens": pbs.org/show/independent-lens Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/independentlens Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/IndependentLens Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/independentlens