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Share (2019): Cast, Ratings & Plot

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Share is a 2019 thriller directed by Pippa Bianco, starring Christian Corrao as Tyler Lundy, Rhianne Barreto and J.C. MacKenzie. It runs 1 hour 27 minutes. Critics gave it 83% on Rotten Tomatoes and 73 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10.

IMDb rating
5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes
83%
Echo Score
78
Metascore
73
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Share (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 27m (87 min)
Director
Pippa Bianco
Genre
Thriller
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Share About?

The premise of Share without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A disturbing video posted online sends shockwaves through a quiet suburban town, exposing hidden tensions within a seemingly perfect high school. As investigators work to determine the video's origins and its impact, long-buried secrets and deceptions surface, jeopardizing the community's sense of safety and exposing the fragility of its carefully constructed image. The search for answers unravels a web of lies and threatens to permanently alter the lives of those involved.

Share Themes & Keywords

· 48 tags
  • rape
  • assault
  • sex
  • family relationships
  • grocery store
  • hardware store
  • father daughter relationship
  • mother daughter relationship
  • 16 year old
  • birthday cake
  • friend
  • friendship
+36 more
  • high school
  • female basketball player
  • mother son relationship
  • slurpee
  • convenience store
  • teenage boy
  • teenage girl
  • party
  • smoking marijuana
  • drink
  • drinking
  • teen drinking
  • drunkenness
  • passing out
  • bruise
  • watching a video
  • playing a video game
  • watching a video on a cellphone
  • memory loss
  • fear
  • guilt
  • anger
  • tv news
  • investigation
  • police
  • police station
  • brother sister relationship
  • machismo
  • f word
  • f rated
  • title directed by female
  • repeated scene
  • searching for the truth
  • locker room
  • african american
  • black american
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Cast & crew

Share Cast & Characters

Christian Corrao leads the cast as Tyler Lundy, with Rhianne Barreto as Mandy Lundy and J.C. MacKenzie as Mickey Lundy. Directed by Pippa Bianco; 10 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Pippa Bianco

One more film directed by Pippa Bianco: Picturing Barbara Kruger.

Full filmography
Ratings

Share Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Share 83% on Rotten Tomatoes and 73 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10. Our Echo Score gives it 78/100, strongest in character & emotion (90) and weakest in rewatch factor (60).

78 /100

Share Echo Score Breakdown

Share presents a measured exploration of trauma anchored by assured direction and immersive emotional depth. The film’s disciplined visual approach and strong performances earn consistent praise, though several reviewers note pacing issues and occasional narrative fragmentation. Its engagement with sensitive subject matter offers originality and intelligence that resonates despite the uneven pacing and episodic structure. In sum, Share leaves a lasting impression through its focused craft and poignant thematic exploration.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 80

    In terms of Art & Craft, Share demonstrates a disciplined visual style marked by composed framing and a subdued color palette that reinforces its somber tone. Critics applaud the compelling cinematographic throughline and down-to-earth production design, while intentional fragmentation in editing underscores the film’s thematic tension. Occasional roughness in execution tempers the impact, yet the direction remains assured and thematically resonant.

  • Character & Emotion 90

    When it comes to Character & Emotion, Share offers a deeply immersive portrait of its protagonist’s internal turmoil through a nuanced central performance. Reviewers highlight the authenticity of down-to-earth portrayals and the film’s model of parental behavior as fresh and resonant. The supporting cast elicits frustration, empathy, and reflection, creating a complex emotional tapestry that sustains audience engagement.

  • Story & Flow 65

    In terms of Story & Flow, Share is praised for its bold engagement with a timely and challenging subject, delivering an intelligent narrative that confronts the complexities of assault and its aftermath. However, several critiques point to uneven pacing, episodic repetitions, and occasional narrative fragmentation that dilute momentum. Overall, the plot’s originality and thematic courage coexist with structural unevenness.

  • Sensory Experience 80

    When it comes to Sensory Experience, Share integrates an evocative soundtrack and deliberate sound design that heighten its tense atmosphere. The film’s cinematographic throughline and visual cohesion draw consistent commendation, reinforced by haunting imagery that underscores the protagonist’s emotional state. Minor moments of disorientation in editing are purposeful rather than distracting, contributing to an immersive viewing experience.

  • Rewatch Factor 60

    In terms of Rewatch Factor, Share leaves a memorable impact through its emotional intensity and thematic depth, prompting reflection beyond the initial viewing. The film’s focused narrative and strong central performance encourage subsequent engagement, even as some viewers may find the uneven pacing and ambiguous conclusion limiting for full rewatch enjoyment. Ultimately, its lasting appeal rests on its resonant subject matter and evocative execution.

Plot

Share Plot Summary

What happens in Share from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Mandy Lundy, a 16-year-old high school student, wakes up on her front lawn after a night of hard partying with friends. A barrage of text messages from her friends announces that a video has gone viral, showing her face down and seemingly unconscious at the party. The footage is disturbing: she is surrounded by a group of snickering boys, and her memory of the night is blank. The shock of the moment is compounded by uncertainty, and she recalls nothing of what happened.

Full summary

The whole story of Share, scene by scene

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Videos

Share Trailers & Videos

4 videos: 1 trailer and 3 featurettes.

Official Trailer
  • Featurette U.S. Dramatic Competition: Share
  • Featurette Pippa Bianco on Her Feature Directorial Debut Share
  • Featurette Pippa Bianco and Ava Berkofsky on Making SHARE
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Share?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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What is the name of the main character in Share?

Cars

Cars in Share

9 cars on screen, including the 2015 Ford F-150 and the 1988 GMC Sierra.

All 9 cars
  • 2015 Ford F-150 in Share 2015 Ford F-150 Important role
  • 1988 GMC Sierra in Share 1988 GMC Sierra Important role
  • Ram 2500 in Share Ram 2500 Important role
  • 2000 Chevrolet Impala in Share 2000 Chevrolet Impala Minor role
Details

Share Also Known As

11 alternative titles, including “Розділяти” and “Sdílej”.

Also known as
  • Розділяти
  • Sdílej
  • Compartir
  • 分享
  • Репост
  • Споделяне
  • Megosztás
  • Compartilhar
  • Video
  • Partager
  • 셰어

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FAQ

Share FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Share, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Share?

Share runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).

When was Share released?

Share was released on July 27, 2019.

Who directed Share?

Share was directed by Pippa Bianco.

More films by Pippa Bianco

Who is in the cast of Share?

Share stars Christian Corrao as Tyler Lundy, Rhianne Barreto as Mandy Lundy and J.C. MacKenzie as Mickey Lundy, among 10 credited actors.

How is Share rated?

Share has 5.6/10 on IMDb, 83% on Rotten Tomatoes, 73 on Metacritic and 54% on TMDB.

Does Share have a post-credit scene?

No. Share has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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