Movie

the close friends story

“artificial technology and performative authenticity”

202510m

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Where to watch the close friends story

🇮🇹 Italy

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Good to know

Director: Seth Ho
Release date: 2025-03-23
Runtime: 10m
Language: EN
Status: Released
Studio: ducklorde

About the close friends story

the close friends story is a 2025 movie in the Documentary genre, directed by Seth Ho, starring Seth Ho, Tarun Karthik and Mubtacim Rahman. It has a runtime of 10 minutes. Below you can see where to watch the close friends story in Italy — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

This documentary short explores the complex psychological landscape created by Instagram's "Close Friends Story”. The feature, originally designed for genuine intimacy and selective sharing, has evolved into a battleground of digital performance and anxiety. A tool designed for vulnerability instead forces us to "perform authenticity" for a smaller, designated audience, one that defines our in-groups and perpetuates connection, long after real-life relationships have drifted. Will the endless pursuit of digital intimacy ever teach us enough?

Cast

Seth Ho

Self (narration)

Tarun Karthik

Self

Mubtacim Rahman

Self

Anthony Le-Pham

Self

Daniel Buysen

Self

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch the close friends story in Italy?+

the close friends story is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Italy. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is the close friends story on Netflix?+

the close friends story is not on Netflix in Italy right now.

How long is the close friends story?+

the close friends story has a runtime of 10 minutes (10 minutes).

Who stars in the close friends story?+

the close friends story stars Seth Ho, Tarun Karthik, Mubtacim Rahman, Anthony Le-Pham and Daniel Buysen.

When did the close friends story come out?+

the close friends story is a 2025 movie directed by Seth Ho.

What genre is the close friends story?+

the close friends story is Documentary film.

Who directed the close friends story?+

the close friends story was directed by Seth Ho.