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Fake Famous (2021)

Movie ★ 7.1 86 min

Documentary

Explores the meaning of fame and influence in the digital age through an innovative social experiment. Following three Los Angeles-based people with relatively small followings, the film explores the attempts made to turn them into famous influencers by purchasing fake followers and bots to “engage” with their social media accounts.

Nick Bilton Writer Nick Bilton Director

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Released
February 2, 2021
Runtime
86 min
Rating
R
IMDb
tt13890392
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Cast

Christopher Bailey Christopher Bailey Self Osiris Bashir Self Justine Bateman Justine Bateman Self Shannon Dee Shannon Dee Self Dominique Druckman Self Liz Eswein Self Sarah Frier Self Wylie Heiner Self Taylor Lorenz Taylor Lorenz Self Carla Emilian Olivas Self Alyssa Reeder Self Baratunde Thurston Baratunde Thurston Self

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Frequently asked questions

What is Fake Famous about?
Explores the meaning of fame and influence in the digital age through an innovative social experiment. Following three Los Angeles-based people with relatively small followings, the film explores the attempts made to turn them into famous influencers by purchasing fake followers and bots to “engage” with their social media accounts.
Who directed Fake Famous?
Fake Famous was directed by Nick Bilton.
Who stars in Fake Famous?
Fake Famous stars Christopher Bailey, Osiris Bashir, Justine Bateman, Shannon Dee.
When was Fake Famous released?
Fake Famous is a 2021 documentary film.
Where can I watch Fake Famous?
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