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Influenza

Influenza (2024)

Oct 17, 2024 1h 38m Horror Comedy

young journalist Mia and a group of young entrepreneurs and influencers attend a motivational seminar entitled “How to gain 1 million followers in 48 hours”, led by speaker and coach Sebastian Kraft. The room is filled with 50 people, all motivated to advance themselves, their digital profiles and their companies. After the first day of the seminar ends, there is an afterparty where all the influencers try to outdo each other with endless selfies and selfie stories. The second day of the seminar is an intensive focus masterclass booked by 8 influencers who want to gain first-class insights. Some of these 8 influencers are trying to get Sebastian to share more secrets on how to be successful. When he mentions black magic and a witch, his listeners become curious...

Directed by Felix Schäfer

Cast

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Felix Schäfer
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Felix Schäfer

as Sebastian Kraft

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Nadia Marlinde

as Mia

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Lucie Carrel

as Chloe

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Jason Daniels

as Rick

Diogo Lagoa
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Diogo Lagoa

as Luis

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Dorian Merciai

as Gaia

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Marta Sari

as Isla

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Dobrynina Valentina

as Grace

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Yvette van Breda

as Kaja

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Arthur Zangiev

as Koen Vandecastele

Crew

Director
  • Felix Schäfer
Writer
  • Felix Schäfer

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Thematic Analysis

This Horror/Comedy film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Influenza presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.

Director Felix Schäfer brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2024, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Influenza took approximately 33 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • With a budget of $0.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 98 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 119 minutes long.
  • The costume department created over 222 unique costume pieces for the production.
  • The film contains approximately 2177 individual shots.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.

Historical Context

  • In 2024, when this film is released:
  • Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
  • Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: October 17, 2024
  • Runtime: 1h 38m
  • Budget: $5,000

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