Fake Famous

An unreal social experiment.

Explores the meaning of fame and influence in the digital age through an innovative social experiment. Following three Los Angeles-based people with relatively small followings, the film explores the attempts made to turn them into famous influencers by purchasing fake followers and bots to “engage” with their social media accounts.

Director

Nick Bilton

Writer

Nick Bilton

Producer

Mary Recine

Producer

Annabelle Dunne

Producer

Nick Bilton

Original Music Composer

Michael Abels

Director of Photography

Barney Broomfield