1 Million Followers

1 Million Followers

Movie Info:

The contemporary narrative unfolds the story of an influencer who gains popularity overnight which she gets addicted to hence slowly losing her morals. The film explains the extent individuals can go to in order to stand out and receive approval in this era of social media, and how it can affect their perception of themselves and their identity.

Cast:

Zendaya as a social media influencer obsessed with fame

Timothée Chalamet as her skeptical boyfriend

Lupita Nyong’o as an experienced social media influencer in need of mentorship

Positive Aspects:

Tendai’s portrayal of the main protagonists both internal and external conflict develops the plot making it much more interesting.

The film’s subject matter is important and focusses on how social media influences mental health in the current world.

The storyline is interesting and even more intriguing with today’s society that is all praised upon by social media.

Negative Aspects:

The film might give some viewers a lesson in moderation which may seem too much for some viewers.

Viewers who have previously seen media addressing this issue, may find the narrative predictable.