Sous influence

About This Movie

So, 'Sous influence' is this interesting docuseries that got edited down into a feature film, focused on a real-life hostage situation in the world of popular French YouTubers. The tone is pretty tense, but there's an underlying absurdity to the whole thing that makes it feel unique. You really get a sense of the online culture and how it intersects with real-world issues. The pacing varies, sometimes slow as it builds suspense, other times fast and chaotic, reflecting the nature of the events. What stands out is how they use practical effects and real social media clips to ground the narrative, which adds to its authenticity. The performances, though mainly from those involved in the situation, feel genuine and raw, which pulls you in.

Unique blend of real-life events and digital cultureCaptivating use of practical effects and media clipsPacing shifts reflect the chaotic nature of the incident