Drama,Comedy
United States of America
Mainstream is a 2020 comedy-drama film directed by Gia Coppola. The movie follows a young woman named Frankie (played by Maya Hawke), who is struggling to make a name for herself in Los Angeles as an actress. One day she meets a charismatic stranger named Link (played by Andrew Garfield), who is an aspiring social media star. Link convinces Frankie to start making videos with him, and they quickly gain a following on the internet.
As their popularity grows, Frankie starts to question the authenticity of their content and the values they are promoting. She discovers that Link's motivations are not entirely genuine, and she must decide whether to continue down the path of internet stardom or pursue her own artistic integrity.
The film also stars Nat Wolff as Mark, Frankie's longtime friend who is skeptical of Link's influence, and Jason Schwartzman as Del, a sleazy agent who tries to profit off of Frankie and Link's success.
The movie explores themes of fame, authenticity, and the dark side of social media culture. It received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the performances and stylish direction, while others criticized it for its shallow portrayal of internet culture.
