The American Meme

Exploration of internet celebrities' lives

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About The American Meme

Released: 2018

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-MA

Run time: 1h 38m

Cast
Paris Hilton, Josh Ostrovsky, Brittany Furlan, Kirill Bichutsky, DJ Khaled, Emily Ratajkowski, Hailey Baldwin

About The American Meme

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- Making / Production
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- Music, Soundtrack

About

The American Meme is a social and cultural documentary film released in 2018. The documentary explores the pressures and consequences of becoming an Internet celebrity, particularly focusing on social media influencers. The film delves into the lives of famous social media personalities and the impact of their online presence on their mental health, personal lives, and relationships.

The American Meme provides an inside look into the world of influencers and the growing phenomenon of social media stardom.

Making / Production

The American Meme was directed by Bert Marcus and produced by Cassandra Hamar, Bert Marcus, and Adam Leibovitz.

The documentary was filmed over several years, following the lives of various social media influencers and documenting their experiences in the digital age.

Actors

- Paris Hilton as herself, a prominent socialite and entrepreneur, offering insights into her life as a social media influencer.
- Emily Ratajkowski as herself, a model and actress, sharing her perspective on social media fame.
- Brittany Furlan as herself, a comedian and Vine star, showcasing the highs and lows of being a social media personality.
- Kirill Bichutsky as himself, known for his party persona and social media presence, reflecting on his online persona and its consequences.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

- The American Meme premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2018.
- The documentary sheds light on the dark side of social media fame, highlighting the struggles and challenges faced by influencers beyond the curated content.
- The film features interviews with industry experts and celebrities discussing the impact of social media on society.

Awards

The American Meme received critical acclaim for its insightful exploration of social media culture but did not win any major awards.

Quotes

- "It's a drug; it's literally a drug." - Paris Hilton
- "When millions of people are telling you that you're amazing, you start to believe it." - Emily Ratajkowski
- "What's the point of being famous if you're not helping people?" - Brittany Furlan

Music, Soundtrack

- The documentary features a diverse soundtrack with songs that complement the themes and emotions portrayed in the film.