Influencer
Influencer

Movie spotlight

Influencer

2018
Movie
8 min
English

As part of her research, Dr. Elizabeth Burr, MD, PhD Psych., studies an aspiring social media star’s attempts to achieve online fame.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Kurt KuenneGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A social media influencer and her boyfriend embark on a trip to Thailand, seeking to create viral content. Their quest for online fame takes a dark turn when they encounter a mysterious and manipulative individual who seems to have sinister intentions. As their dream vacation transforms into a nightmare, they must fight for survival against a captor obsessed with controlling their online personas and their very lives.

Critical Reception

Influencer received a mixed to positive reception, with praise directed at its suspenseful atmosphere and timely themes exploring the darker side of social media culture. Some critics found the plot predictable, but many acknowledged its effectiveness as a thriller that taps into contemporary anxieties.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and relevant commentary on social media obsession.

  • Felt to be a tense thriller that effectively exploits modern anxieties about online validation.

  • Some viewers found the plot pacing and character development to be inconsistent.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely documented for this title, but general sentiment often highlights its suspenseful nature and its exploration of the pitfalls of online fame.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Kurt Kuenne, is also known for his documentary 'Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father,' which gained significant critical acclaim for its emotional depth.

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