This film really stood out, and I thought it was wonderful. It’s something special.

The rise of social media has become fertile ground for horror-thrillers, yet many films in this vein end up as superficial warnings about the dangers of seeking attention and chasing “likes.” "Influencer" manages to avoid that pitfall; it's a clever and original movie set within the world of TikTok and Instagram. Director and co-writer Kurtis David Harder embraces influencer culture, drawing inspiration from films li…