Cam
Cam

Cam

2018Movie95 minEnglish

A young camgirl discovers that she’s inexplicably been replaced on her site with an exact replica of herself.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users84%
Director: Daniel GoldhaberGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A determined camgirl's life unravels when an unknown hacker takes over her account, mimicking her identity and locking her out of her own livelihood. As she delves deeper into the dark corners of the internet to reclaim control, she blurs the lines between her online persona and her real life, leading to increasingly dangerous and surreal encounters. The film explores the psychological toll of online performance and the terrifying possibilities of digital impersonation.

Critical Reception

Cam received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its unique premise, unsettling atmosphere, and Madeline Brewer's performance. The film was lauded for its timely exploration of themes relevant to the digital age, including online identity, exploitation, and the blurring of reality and virtuality. While some found the pacing occasionally uneven, the overall consensus was that it's a compelling and thought-provoking horror thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its chilling and relevant take on modern digital anxieties.
  • Madeline Brewer delivers a standout performance as a camgirl facing an identity crisis.
  • The film successfully blends psychological horror with a tense thriller narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's effective suspense and its commentary on the exploitation and psychological pressures faced by online performers. Many found the story to be disturbing and thought-provoking, with particular appreciation for the lead actress's portrayal and the film's ability to create a palpable sense of dread.

Fun Fact

The film was inspired by a real-life experience of one of its screenwriters, Isa Mazzei, who was a camgirl for several years before transitioning to screenwriting.

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RalphRahal

RalphRahal

Cam by Daniel Goldhaber feels like a blend of entertainment and a cautionary tale, something that manages to be relevant yet unsettlingly ahead of its time. The movie dives into themes of identity, privacy, and exploitation in the digital a...
Gimly

Gimly

What _Cam_ did, it did very well, I just wish it had done a little more. _Final rating:★★★ - I liked it. Would personally recommend you give it a go._
The Movie Diorama

The Movie Dioram...

Cam thrillingly records commentary on social media before glitching out at the climax. If ever there was a relatable topic in my life right now, or atleast for the past few years, it’s this one. The ever-growing addiction to social media, t...
tivep

tivep

Cam is a psychological thriller directed by Daniel Goldhaber and stars Madeline Brewer of the Black Mirror fame. It’s brought to us by Blumhouse Productions. Cam is the story of Alice, an online cam girl, who live-streams from her home stud...