Ingrid Goes West

Summary

The article "Ingrid Goes West" on undefined is a recommendation to watch a film that provides a critical examination of social media's impact on society, emphasizing its relevance to everyone engaged with social media platforms.

Abstract

The undefined website features a piece discussing the film "Ingrid Goes West," which is described as an essential viewing for anyone involved with social media. The film follows an unstable individual who becomes obsessed with an Instagram influencer and moves to LA to insert herself into the influencer's life. The article does not offer a traditional review but encourages viewers to form their own opinions about the film's portrayal of social media's influence, which extends beyond the negative aspects commonly discussed. The author, initially skeptical of social media, found the film intelligent, well-crafted, and enlightening, praising Aubrey Plaza's involvement. The article advises against reading reviews and emphasizes the personal impact a film or book can have, suggesting that "Ingrid Goes West" may change one's perspective on social media.

Opinions

The author believes that "Ingrid Goes West" is a significant film for social media users to watch due to its exploration of both the negative and positive effects of social media.
The article suggests that the film's value lies in its ability to provoke personal reflection on social media's role in our lives, rather than seeking external opinions or reviews.
The author admits to having an aversion to social media prior to watching the film but acknowledges that the movie provided a more nuanced view of social media's impact.
There is a clear appreciation for the film's intelligence, artistic merit, and the unexpected quality of the production, especially considering the author's initial doubts based on Aubrey Plaza's previous work.
The author emphasizes the importance of personal interpretation and emotional response to art, asserting that the only valid opinion of a movie or book is one's own reaction to it.

An alarming look at social media

“ An unhinged social media stalker moves to LA and insinuates herself into the life of an Instagram star.” — official plot summary from IMDB

That plot summary is all you need to know. This is NOT a movie review. I don’t do movie reviews or book reviews. I am merely urging everyone to view this movie and form your own opinion.

If you are at all involved with social media (and who isn’t?) then this is an important film to watch. It shines a very bright light on how social media is changing our world, in both negative and positive ways.

Personally, I needed to see something positive about social media given my aversion to it (which says some things about my own psychoses). The negative attributes of social media I was already aware of although not to the full extent this film highlights.

With the film being produced by Aubrey Plaza and starring her, I really didn’t know what to expect. I wasn’t expecting anything very intelligent or artistic. Boy, was I pleasantly surprised! This movie is very intelligent and very well made and yes, artistic. Kudos to Aubrey Plaza and crew.

What I suggest is to NOT read any reviews of this movie. Watch it without any preconceived expectations. It doesn’t matter what anyone else says about a movie or a book (including and especially me). The only thing that matters is how a movie or book makes YOU feel. As for this film, it may very well matter how you feel about social media after seeing it.

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