Livescreamers

In a near future where a popular social media app allows users to live stream their deaths for viral fame, a group of influencers participates in a deadly challenge. As they delve deeper into the horrifying game, they uncover a dark conspiracy that blurs the lines between virtual reality and deadly reality. The survivors must fight for their lives against both the app's creators and the bloodthirsty audience.

Livescreamers garnered a mixed to negative reception, with critics largely criticizing its predictable plot and heavy reliance on familiar horror tropes. While some appreciated its attempt to explore contemporary themes of social media addiction and the pursuit of virality, many found the execution to be derivative and lacking originality. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some finding it a competently made, albeit uninspired, entry into the social media horror subgenre.

• Praised for its timely commentary on social media culture.

• Criticized for its unoriginal plot and predictable scares.

• Found to be a somewhat effective thriller, though ultimately forgettable.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Livescreamers are split, with some viewers appreciating the film's dark exploration of influencer culture and the dangers of online validation. Others felt the plot was too formulaic and that the horror elements failed to deliver genuine scares, often citing a lack of character development.

None notable.

The film's setting in a near-future dominated by a death-streaming app was inspired by real-world trends in viral content and the increasing performative nature of online life.