Under the Influencer

I almost didn't watch this movie. There are only 10 reviews and many of those are glowing "10" reviews that don't say much, I suspect from the filmmakers and their friends, just to pump up the IMDb rating. However there are a couple of legitimate user reviews, plus external reviews, which say it is an entertaining and worthwhile movie.

And it is, very much so. Tori is a successful influencer, she started when she was 15 and was a big hit, especially with the teenage girls. Financially successful enough to hire a personal assistant and a producer for her videos. Now, ten years later and 25, her content is barely relevant. She has failed to change with the times. Her following is dwindling, as is her income.

This is a real issue in the real world, over the past few years I have watched people on my topics of interest (e.g. Whiskey reviews) start out as a hobby, realize there is money to be made, quit their day jobs, then feel the pressure to get more frequent content posted so they can get more clicks so they can generate more revenue. Many of them fail and give up.

So this movie is about the transition Tori must make, not only to keep herself relevant but also to grow as a person. And one way she does this is to expand her interest in song writing and singing.

No, this is not a "10" movie, if you compare it to other fine movies, but it is a good and entertaining movie with a relevance to today's world where so many people want to become "influencers" and make their living that way.

At home on DVD from my public library.

An emotional journey filled with laughter, tears, heartbreak and hope. A film everyone should watch and understand the power hurt words behind a computer cause to real people. This film shows how what you see on the screen is not the reality of what is taking place off camera and the glitch and glamour can be nothing but smoke and mirrors. The acting is superb especially Taylor Joree Scorse taking us from one emotion to the next with such strength that you feel her pain. She has such a range playing three versions of herself that is incredible to watch. You just want to wrap your arms around her and protect her. A must watch!

A new angle into the social media narrative and celebrity culture. Digs deeper than you'd expect from the premise. The lead girl holds the whole thing together. Her performance is hilarious, heartfelt, and human. She showed so many different sides of her character, who takes a real turn toward the end of the film.

I really enjoyed the music throughout. Excited to hear more from these creators.

Lots of experimental camera work and coloring which is intentional but at times distracting from the performances. Ultimately cathartic. Watch the credits for Becca's Bop.

Keeping my eyes peeled for Taylor Scorse 👀

A movie I thought I might enjoy, but one that I loved instead. From the very beginning, you can tell this is not what you thought it was going to be. Beautiful direction and acting.

The film is a meaningful tribute to the artist who is struggling with authenticity, when success seems to dictate giong in another direction. The take on social media success is both funny and only too believable. Great visuals, music and filmwork that keeps you interested while surprising you with what comes next.

Let's see more and hear more from these artists: Alex Haughey; Taylor Joree Scorse; Spencer Vaughn Kelly; Chandler Young. Ava Westcott is a special hoot.

Taylor was fantastic, energetic, sympathetic, romantic and lovable. The theme is timely and the story unique and multifaceted. Kept my attention throughout. The pace of the film changed in ways that fit with the storyline and didn't seem forced. Sometimes a comedy, sometimes tragic, sometimes romantic and ultimately redemptive. Characters are believable, acting is wonderful. Like a good book, I wish I'd be able to keep track of the characters in the future, it's that good. Hoping for a sequel. Been wondering when it will be in more venues, and in general release. Left feeling fulfilled and satisfied. Can't wait to see it again.