Seriously Gross and Morally Bankrupt

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In Seriously Gross and Morally Bankrupt, Frank Archer is an ordinary man whose life takes an unexpected turn due to a fleeting moment of fame in the 1960s. Frank's brief appearance in two television shows—a sci-fi series and a spy drama—spans only 47 seconds, yet it sparks an unexpected legacy decades later.

Now in his 80s, Frank leads a quiet life in Los Angeles, barely thinking of his forgotten brush with Hollywood. But when a stranger recognizes him on the street, Frank stumbles upon a bizarre fan site dedicated to his tiny television roles. As Frank dives deeper into this unsettling online world, he finds both obsessive fans and cruel detractors—a shitposting group that mocks his brief career and ridicules his old age.

The stress of this bizarre internet fame overwhelms Frank, leading to a heart attack that he doesn't survive. His funeral, instead of being a solemn farewell, becomes an eerie gathering of young internet users, morbidly fascinated by his life.

In the digital aftermath of his death, Frank's legacy takes on a life of its own. Obsessive fans, irreverent memes, and endless debates about his forgotten "stardom" create a surreal and distorted version of Frank's life. This story is a darkly humorous and poignant reflection on fame, legacy, and the strange ways the internet immortalizes even the most fleeting moments.

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