Followed (2018) is an American Found Footage film, which takes inspiration from the Hotel Cecil in LA and the story of Elisa Lam who was reputed to have been playing the "Elevator Game" prior to her disappearance and death.
Mike is a well-known vlogger, who is attempting to get a sponsorship for his channel by live streaming in a hotel with a reputation for suicides and at one time being the residence of a serial killer over Halloween weekend. He brings along three friends who have experience with cameras, sound equipment, and editing. Mysterious events begin taking place over the next few days, and some secrets are eventually revealed.
We see the video that Mike and his crew took over the weekend which reveals some things of which they are initially unaware.
As usual, with these types of films, the leader is unlikable and badgers their companions to continue even after things begin to turn and others wish to leave. An unnecessary twist is revealed toward the end and it's actually easy to miss it if you aren't using subtitles.
Better acted than many of this subgenre, but the unlikeability of the main character doesn't make it easy to sympathize with him, even toward the end. I'd only recommend it to folks like me who really enjoy Found Footage. Some violence and gore, with practical effects for the most part.
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