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201966 minPGdocumentary

3.2/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Social Media Influencer Scandals Mental Health

Public Figure

201966 minPGdocumentary

3.2/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Influencers share their experiences with fame, mental health issues, and the effects of social media scrutiny in today's digital environment.

Social Media Influencer Scandals Mental Health

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Influencers share their experiences with fame, mental health issues, and the effects of social media scrutiny in today's digital environment.

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Influencers share their experiences in "Public Figure," directed by Brian Corso in 2019. The 66-minute documentary features interviews with various online personalities who discuss the pressures of fame and the constant scrutiny they face on social media. Financial rewards accompany persistent hate, while mental health issues arise from the need to maintain a curated image. The film presents a critical view of the challenges associated with public identity in the digital age.

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