Following the latest theatrical release by director Jane Schoenbrun, critics and audiences are taking a fresh look at their debut feature film, «We’re All Going to the World’s Fair». The movie centers on a lonely teenage girl who engages in an online horror challenge, documenting her supposed transformation directly through her webcam.
The film stands out for exploring adolescent isolation and the desperate search for belonging in hyper-connected digital spaces, steering clear of typical coming-of-age tropes. The eerie atmosphere is further deepened by an unsettling dynamic with an older user, maintaining a tense and ambiguous tone throughout.
- A fresh look at Jane Schoenbrun’s debut indie horror
- Explores isolation and belonging in online spaces
- Blends creepypasta elements with psychological unease
- Currently available for streaming on various platforms
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