Rich Kids of Instagram (documentary)
| Rich Kids of Instagram | |
|---|---|
| Inspired by | Rich Kids of Instagram |
| Production | |
| Producer | Osca Humphreys |
| Original release | |
| Release | 21 December 2015 |
| Network | Channel 4 |
The Rich Kids of Instagram is a 2015 British television documentary which aired on Channel 4.[1][2] First released on 21 December 2015, it was inspired by, but not officially connected to, the Tumblr blog by the same name.[3][2][4] Produced and directed by Osca Humphreys, the programme was part of the Cutting Edge documentary series on Channel 4.[2][5]
The programme follows ultra-wealthy young people as they take selfies and group photos on superyachts and flash stacks of cash, exploring their real lives and motivations.[6][7][5] "Rich kids" featured included Lana Scolaro, Clarisse Lafleur, Evan Luthra, and Ezra J. William.[1][8][9]
The original broadcast had 1.2 million viewers, nearly one-third of whom were in the age 16 to 34 range.[10]
Reception
A review by Sally Newall in The Independent said, "There were too many subjects and not enough depth. It felt like we weren't getting the whole story, just like in their Insta feeds, really."[11]
See also
References
- ^ a b Wollaston, Sam (21 December 2015). "The Rich Kids of Instagram review – yacht parties, helicopter shopping: where do I sign up?". The Guardian. Retrieved 8 February 2025.
- ^ a b c "#RKOI: 'Rich Kids of Instagram' Documentary Shows Lavish Lives of Wealthy Youth". ABC News. 23 December 2015. Retrieved 8 February 2025.
- ^ Gee, Tabi Jackson (21 December 2015). "We Spoke To One Of The Rich Kids Of Instagram To Find Out If Having It All Is Really All That". Grazia. Retrieved 8 February 2025.
- ^ Kanter, Jake (10 November 2015). "C4 doc explores Rich Kids of Instagram". Broadcast. ProQuest 1917665176. Retrieved 8 February 2025.
- ^ a b Whelan, Doug (21 December 2015). "Today's TV picks". Irish Independent. ProQuest 1750366068. Retrieved 9 February 2025.
- ^ "The Rich Kids of Instagram: Cutting Edge". Western Mail. Cardiff. 19 December 2015. ProQuest 1750135772. Retrieved 9 February 2025.
- ^ "Best Documentary". Irish Independent. 19 December 2015. ProQuest 1750151360. Retrieved 9 February 2025.
- ^ Gale, Sadie Levy (21 December 2015). "Midlife guide to... Rich Kids of Instagram". The Daily Telegraph. ProQuest 1750358051. Retrieved 8 February 2025.
- ^ Bougourd, Charlene (18 December 2015). "Rich Kids of Instagram". The Mirror. Retrieved 8 February 2025.
- ^ Farber, Alex (22 December 2015). "John Bishop outperforms Downton Abbey tribute". Broadcast. ProQuest 1922364731. Retrieved 8 February 2025.
- ^ "TV Critics: Cue the Queen; BAFTA celebrates Downton Abbey; From Andy Pandy to Zebedee". Broadcast. 22 December 2015. ProQuest 1922364968. Retrieved 8 February 2025.