Ingrid Goes West
dir. Matt Spicer · 2017
Feature
Moral Ambiguity
Mood
Comedic / Dark
Look
vibrant, saturated colors reflecting social media aesthetics
Structure
character-driven with a focus on psychological unraveling
Plot
Ingrid Thorburn is an unhinged social media stalker with a history of confusing "likes" for meaningful relationships. Taylor Sloane is an Instagram-famous "influencer" whose perfectly curated, boho-chic lifestyle becomes Ingrid's latest obsession. When Ingrid moves to LA and manages to insinuate herself into the social media star's life, their relationship quickly goes from #BFF to #WTF.
Why watch
"Ingrid Goes West" is a darkly comedic exploration of obsession and identity in the age of social media, where the line between admiration and madness blurs in a vibrant, satirical landscape. This film invites viewers to reflect on the absurdity of online personas and the emotional voids they often mask.
Cultural context
the rise of influencer culturemental health awarenesssocial media's impact on relationships