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Spree
2020 93 min United States of America 12+
★5.8
Comedy, Crime, Horror, Thriller
Director: Eugene Kotlyarenko
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Description
Desperate for an online following, a rideshare driver has figured out a deadly plan to go viral and he will stop at nothing to get his five minutes of fame.
US Gross:
$28,771
Worldwide:
$43,840
Starring
Joe Keery
Actor
David Arquette
Actor
Joshua Ovalle
Actor
Awards
5 nominations total
Key opinion
Spree is a darkly satirical thriller that effectively uses a found-footage social media format to explore the desperate, often hollow pursuit of internet fame. While critics and viewers agree on the strength of Joe Keery’s performance, the film remains divisive due to its superficial engagement with its own thematic potential.
| Acting | Joe Keery delivers a committed and believable performance that effectively anchors the protagonist's descent into psychopathy. | |
| Originality | The film’s unique use of vertical video, GoPros, and live-stream overlays captures the authentic, chaotic aesthetic of modern social media culture. | |
| Theme | The narrative premise offers a compelling, darkly humorous look at the psychological damage caused by an obsession with digital validation. | |
| Screenplay | Opinions are split on the script; some find it a fun, enjoyable satire of influencer culture, while others argue it remains shallow and fails to offer meaningful social critique. | |
| Cinematography | The found-footage format is polarizing, with some viewers finding the multi-feed, selfie-style cinematography innovative while others feel it breaks immersion and weakens the film's impact. |