Seamlessly blending cutting-edge vertical content with captivating musical elements, Girl Crush has not only captivated online audiences but also garnered the interest of industry professionals.
At the heart of Girl Crush is creator Ally Morgan, an emerging writer, self-producer, and actor, whose vision has paved the way for a new era of storytelling on TikTok.
Selected for the prestigious Every Voice program, a collaboration between TikTok, Screen Australia, and NZ On Air, Girl Crush showcases the power of diverse voices in developing episodic scripted content exclusively for TikTok. Additionally, the series was chosen to premiere at Queerscreen’s Mardi Gras Film Festival, further solidifying its place as a groundbreaking work in the realm of LGBTQIA+ storytelling.
Screen Australia’s Head of Development Bobby Romia recently highlighted the unique connection online creators have with their audience on TikTok, a sentiment perfectly exemplified by Girl Crush. “Girl Crush is paving the way for a new kind of storytelling on TikTok,” says producer Sayuri Kawamura. “We’ve embraced the unique format of the platform to directly connect with audiences online in a way that feels authentic and engaging.”
Ally Morgan, the creator of Girl Crush, expresses her hopes for the series: “I really hope it educates people about bisexuality,” says Morgan. “I hope the bi+ community finds it and loves it and feels seen. But most importantly, I just hope people enjoy it! I want them to put the songs on their playlists, I want them to quote it, I want them to recommend it to all their friends because they loved it and would want to watch it again and again.”
With its funny and catchy original songs by Ally Morgan, Girl Crush seamlessly delves into relatable human experiences, including navigating breakups and exploring one’s sexuality, in a fresh, entertaining, and genuinely moving way. Girl Crush offers a compelling case study for those interested in the evolving landscape of online storytelling. Through its celebration of universal themes and its unique blend of cutting-edge style and heartfelt storytelling, Girl Crush invites audiences to immerse themselves in the infectious, flirtatious world of Jessie and Brianna’s journey.
For more information on Girl Crush and to watch the series, follow @GirlCrushSeries on TikTok.
Spotify – Soundtrack: https://open.spotify.com/album/388Uz6jjfV9nOWkId4ChBG?si=Y21P9tXuQU63cDJnp982Dw
