Use Me (2019): Cast & Ratings
Use Me is a 2019 thriller starring Joseph D. Reitman as Luke Adore, Lilith Astaroth and Sarah Armanious. It runs 1 hour 32 minutes. Its Echo Score is 44/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 32m (92 min)
- Genre
- Thriller
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Green Light Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Use Me About?
The premise of Use Me without spoilers.
His fantasy. Her reality. An ambitious filmmaker discovers the darkest parts of himself while making a documentary about a beautiful woman who humiliates men for money.
Use Me Themes & Keywords
· 18 tags- woman has strap on sex with a man
- female rear nudity
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- female frontal nudity
- sex scene
- sado masochist
- breast
- male nudity
- woman wears a strap on
- male rear nudity
- camera
- electric shock
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- portland oregon
- sleeping nude
- female full frontal nudity
- sex party
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Use Me Cast & Characters
Joseph D. Reitman leads the cast as Luke Adore, with Lilith Astaroth as Goddess Lilith and Sarah Armanious as Rose.
- Joseph D. Reitman as Luke Adore
- Lilith Astaroth as Goddess Lilith
- Sarah Armanious as Rose
- Ceara Lynch as Ceara
Also Starring in Use Me
· 2 more- Julian Shaw Julian
- Jazlyn Yoder Cassie
Use Me Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 44/100, strongest in rewatch factor (50) and weakest in character & emotion (38).
Use Me Echo Score Breakdown
Use Me elicits sharply divided reactions. Critics commend its daring blend of documentary and narrative, noting inventive direction and striking visual choices that heighten the film’s exploration of obsession. In contrast, many viewers fault the production for appearing low‑budget and disjointed, describing the editing and cinematography as uneven. The polarization between artistic ambition and perceived technical flaws results in a moderate consensus that the film is intriguing yet unevenly realized.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 48
Regarding art and craft, the film demonstrates a bold visual strategy, with blurred‑line cinematography and a deliberate, minimalist aesthetic that critics describe as clever and mind‑warping. However, several viewers point to cheap production values, inconsistent editing, and a gaudy presentation that undermine the intended sophistication. The result is a mixed perception of the film’s technical execution, balancing inventive ambition with noticeable shortcomings.
- Character & Emotion 38
When assessing character and emotion, the performances generate starkly opposite views. Critics acknowledge Julian Shaw’s emerging talent and note moments of nuanced interaction, while some applaud Ceara’s magnetic presence. Conversely, many users criticize the cast as unlikable, flat, and lacking chemistry, labeling the acting as pretentious or amateurish. Consequently, character depth is seen as sporadically effective but generally weakened by uneven performances.
- Story & Flow 45
In terms of story and flow, the narrative aims to intertwine documentary realism with fictional dramatization, a concept praised by critics for its originality and suspenseful pacing. Nevertheless, a sizable portion of the audience describes the plot as chaotic, lacking clear direction, and failing to sustain engagement beyond the initial premise. Overall, the storytelling is perceived as inventive yet inconsistently organized.
- Sensory Experience 45
Sensory experience receives a similarly divided assessment. Critics highlight subtle sound design and a cohesive visual style that reinforce the film’s unsettling atmosphere. Viewers, however, frequently comment on the cheap audio mix, overtly staged footage, and visual inconsistencies that break immersion. The sensory layer therefore oscillates between effective mood‑setting and detracting technical flaws.
- Rewatch Factor 50
Rewatch factor reflects the film’s polarizing nature. The ambiguity between fact and fiction, praised by critics for encouraging repeated analysis, intrigues viewers who appreciate the lingering questions. Yet many audience members report little desire to revisit due to perceived pretentiousness and narrative fatigue. Consequently, the film offers limited replay value, appealing primarily to niche interest in its subject matter.
Use Me Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Use Me.
Use Me Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “Ruin Me” and “利用我”.
- Also known as
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- Ruin Me
- 利用我
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Use Me FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, cast and post-credit scenes of Use Me, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Use Me?
Use Me runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).
When was Use Me released?
Use Me was released on June 2, 2019.
Who is in the cast of Use Me?
Use Me stars Joseph D. Reitman as Luke Adore, Lilith Astaroth as Goddess Lilith and Sarah Armanious as Rose, among 6 credited actors.
Does Use Me have a post-credit scene?
No. Use Me has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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