Influencer

On a solo trek through Thailand, Madison, an aspiring social media personality, crosses paths with CW, a traveler who moves through places with ease and a fearless, almost curated vibe. CW seems to mentor Madison, opening up a more uninhibited way of living and encouraging them to capture every moment on camera. The connection feels electric at first, a doorway to new followers and experiences. Yet as their alliance tightens, CW's fascination grows darker, shifting from guidance to control. The tension tiptoes around private spaces and public posts, warning of how easily trust can be exploited in a world where every moment strives for virality.

Released in 2023, Influencer was directed by Kurtis David Harder and written from an original screenplay by Tesh Guttikonda, with Cassandra Naud as CW and Emily Tennant as Madison.

Box office data for Influencer were not widely reported, reflecting a limited theatrical release and a niche horror audience, so precise figures remain unavailable.

Critics describe the film as a tight psychological thriller that probes the price of online fame. It foregrounds power imbalances between a seasoned traveler and a novice influencer while using Thailand's landscapes to heighten unease and isolation.

Influencer, while not a blockbuster, has sparked conversations about online personas and audience gullibility. Critics note moments that linger, illustrating how trust can crumble when a stranger already knows your circle and online identity crosses into real danger.