Ingrid becomes obsessed with a social network star named Taylor Sloane who seemingly has a perfect life. But when Ingrid decides to drop everything and move west to be Taylor's friend, her behaviour turns unsettling and dangerous.
Ingrid is a troubled young woman who becomes dangerously obsessed with social media influencers. After an Instagram-fueled spiral, she relocates to Los Angeles to pursue her latest fixation, Taylor Sloane. Ingrid befriends Taylor and inserts herself into her life, blurring the lines between online persona and reality. As her obsession deepens, the situation spirals into increasingly chaotic and darkly comedic territory.
Ingrid Goes West was generally well-received by critics, who praised its sharp satire of social media culture and its timely commentary on aspirational lifestyles and influencer marketing. Aubrey Plaza's performance as the increasingly unhinged protagonist was a frequent highlight, with many reviewers commending the film's dark humor and its ability to explore themes of loneliness and validation in the digital age.
Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's humor and its relevant critique of social media, with many singling out Aubrey Plaza's compelling performance. Some viewers found the plot a bit predictable or the protagonist's actions hard to root for at times, but overall, the audience found it to be an entertaining and thought-provoking watch.
Won the Waldo Salt Screenwriting Award at the Sundance Film Festival.
Director Matt Spicer and co-writer David Branson Smith were inspired by real-life events and the increasingly pervasive nature of influencer culture on social media.
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