Rot (2019): Cast & Ratings
Rot is a 2019 drama horror film directed by Andrew Merrill, starring Eileen Dietz as Katherine, Kris Ann Russell and Daniel Amerman. It runs 1 hour 32 minutes. Its Echo Score is 35/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 32m (92 min)
- Director
- Andrew Merrill
- Original language
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English
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Rot About?
The premise of Rot without spoilers.
A grad student breaks up with her boyfriend to focus on her thesis, not realizing something has infected him and that he’s going to wreak havoc on her life.
Rot Themes & Keywords
· 23 tags- male nudity
- male castration
- female nudity
- nursing home
- alien possession
- nursing home patient
- castration
- relationship breakup
- alien invader
- los angeles california
- evil entity
- bodily possession
+11 more Show fewer
- mass possession
- evil possession
- evil being
- penis monster
- male full frontal nudity
- trimmed pubic hair
- shaved pubic hair
- college
- college student
- genital monster
- student
Rot Cast & Characters
Eileen Dietz leads the cast as Katherine, with Kris Ann Russell as Rose and Daniel Amerman as Malcolm. Directed by Andrew Merrill; 20 actors are credited in all.
- Director Andrew Merrill
- Eileen Dietz as Katherine
- Kris Ann Russell as Rose
- Daniel Amerman as Malcolm
- Johnny Kostrey as Jesse
Also Starring in Rot
· 16 more- Sara Young Chandler Nora
- Simone Posey Nurse at Desk
- Linda Burzynski Night Nurse
- William Castrogiovanni Taylor
- Gregory West Nursing Home Visitor
- Kris Alexandrea Madison
- Andre Bolourchi Jogger
- Raymond-Kym Suttle Professor Henley
- Johnny Uhorchuk Aaron
- Adam Burch Alex
- Wendy Moss Vicky
- Tahryn Smith Grace
- Michaela Rose Reggio Paige
- Paul LeSchofs Nurse Tim
- McKale Jude Bingham Crissy
- Matt Duran Office Administrator
Rot Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 35/100, strongest in art & craft (45) and weakest in rewatch factor (30).
Rot Echo Score Breakdown
Rot delivers a largely unsatisfying horror experience, hampered by uneven craftsmanship and weak character work. Reviewers repeatedly note incoherent plotting, subpar acting, and poor sound design, which together diminish engagement. While a few comments acknowledge occasional effective gore and brief moments of tension, these are outweighed by pervasive monotony. The cumulative effect leaves the film with limited replay value and little lasting appeal.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 45
In terms of art and craft, the film shows occasional competence but is marred by inconsistent direction and editing. Some reviewers cite adequate production values, yet frequent criticism centers on poor sound quality and lackluster visual polish. The occasional effective gore does not compensate for the overall uneven execution, resulting in a mixed appraisal of the technical aspects.
- Character & Emotion 38
When it comes to character and emotion, the majority of feedback highlights stiff performances and unengaging personalities. Many viewers describe the acting as monotone and the characters as indistinguishable, though a minority note above‑average acting and solid development for a horror setting. The prevailing perception is that the cast fails to generate meaningful emotional resonance.
- Story & Flow 45
Regarding story and flow, the narrative is frequently labeled incoherent and pacing erratic. Critics point to random sequence assembly and boring dialogue, though a few acknowledge an original premise and occasional tense moments. The uneven structure and lack of clear progression result in a generally mixed evaluation of the film's storytelling effectiveness.
- Sensory Experience 35
The sensory experience is largely criticized for its poor sound design and limited auditory clarity. Reviewers describe the audio as distorted and the soundtrack as uninspired, diminishing immersion. While the gore elements are noted as visually striking, they do not offset the overall sensory shortcomings identified across multiple comments.
- Rewatch Factor 30
Rewatch factor is low, with many reviewers stating the film induces sleep and offers little incentive for repeat viewings. A few mention unexpected ending moments that momentarily sustain interest, yet the dominant sentiment is that the movie lacks lasting appeal. Consequently, its replay value is considered weak.
Rot Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Rot.
Rot Also Known As
Also known as “A Place Called Hell”.
- Also known as
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- A Place Called Hell
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Movies Like Rot
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including ROT: Reunion of Terror, The Necrophile and Rottweiler.
Rot FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Rot, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Rot?
Rot runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).
When was Rot released?
Rot was released on November 7, 2019.
Who directed Rot?
Rot was directed by Andrew Merrill.
Who is in the cast of Rot?
Rot stars Eileen Dietz as Katherine, Kris Ann Russell as Rose and Daniel Amerman as Malcolm, among 20 credited actors.
Does Rot have a post-credit scene?
No. Rot has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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