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Thriller 'Influencers' Explores Sociopathy in Social Media Age

12/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Kurtis David Harder’s 2023 thriller Influencer has evolved into Influencers, now streaming on Shudder.
The film explores sociopathy and social media, with locations in Thailand, France, and Bali.
Harder adopted a documentary-style approach with a small crew to boost flexibility and depth.
The sequel builds on the original’s success, introducing antagonist CW and blending satire with horror.
Harder emphasizes time and collaboration as essential to achieving artistic ambitions.

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Story summary

Kurtis David Harder’s 2023 thriller Influencer has evolved into Influencers, now streaming on Shudder.
The film explores sociopathy and social media, with locations in Thailand, France, and Bali.
Harder adopted a documentary-style approach with a small crew to boost flexibility and depth.
The sequel builds on the original’s success, introducing antagonist CW and blending satire with horror.
Harder emphasizes time and collaboration as essential to achieving artistic ambitions.