Our take
This R-rated erotic comedy thriller follows a young assistant pulled into an artist's obsessive BDSM world. The rating cites graphic nudity, frequent bondage scenes, consent ambiguity, and very strong language. Strictly for adults.
Uplifting themes
IndieWire and AP frame the film as a satirical take on sex and art-world provocation. Any positive messaging about consent is mixed with provocative comedy
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Story (may spoil tone)
When fresh-faced Elliot lands an exciting job for renowned artist, icon and provocateur Erika Tracy, his fantasies come true as Erika taps him to become her sexual muse. But Elliot soon finds himself out of his depth as Erika takes him on a journey more profound than he ever could have imagined, into a world of sex, obsession, power, betrayal and murder.
Details
Violence Violence is not the primary focus but a man hits another man at a party…
Violence is not the primary focus but a man hits another man at a party. The story also involves murder themes in its broader thriller arc
Language Very strong and strong language appear frequently, including terms like…
Very strong and strong language appear frequently, including terms like c**t, f**k, and insults such as whore and slut. Middle finger gestures are also present
Sex / nudity This is the film's defining content. Frequent BDSM scenes include bonda…
This is the film's defining content. Frequent BDSM scenes include bondage, gagging, whipping, and humiliation. Strong sex scenes show nudity and multiple positions, with references to masturbation and oral sex
Drugs / alcohol No drugs found in this title
No drugs found in this title
Frightening Threat and horror elements alongside sexually abusive behavior. The pow…
Threat and horror elements alongside sexually abusive behavior. The power imbalance and obsessive dynamic may feel disturbing rather than purely comedic
Sexual violence The rating flags sexual violence and sexual threat. Some sex scenes inc…
The rating flags sexual violence and sexual threat. Some sex scenes include ambiguity around consent, and a character shares a partner's sexual videos without consent
Child peril / abuse No child peril found in this title
No child peril found in this title
Bullying / discrimination No bullying found in this title
No bullying found in this title
Gore / death / weapons No gore found in this title
No gore found in this title
Dangerous behaviour Extended BDSM sequences may normalize intense power-exchange dynamics f…
Extended BDSM sequences may normalize intense power-exchange dynamics for impressionable viewers. Parents should discuss consent, boundaries, and the difference between fiction and safe practice
Eating disorders / body image No eating found in this title
No eating found in this title
Mental health Critics note themes of obsession and power imbalance in the artist-muse…
Critics note themes of obsession and power imbalance in the artist-muse relationship. The dynamic may read as emotionally manipulative rather than healthy romance
Gambling No gambling found in this title
No gambling found in this title
Grief / bereavement No grief found in this title
No grief found in this title