HBO has released the trailer for their new documentary FAKE FAMOUS, which explores the industry of social media influencers through an innovative social experiment.
Directed by veteran journalist Nick Bilton, the film’s journey into this world is driven by the casting of three people in Los Angeles who all have relatively small social followings and the attempt to grow them into famous influencers. By purchasing fake followers and an army of bots to “engage” with their social media, the newly made “influencers” discover both the wonders and costs of this unlikely, immersive lifestyle.
The documentary will be available on HBO and to stream on HBO Max on February 2nd.