‘Only Feet’ VOD Review

Stars: Chance Johnson, Robin Covington, Ryan Teer, Joelle Arp-Dunham, Nullen Boyde, Sterling Muse, Tyler Woods | Written and Directed by Walter Wright

There are microbudget movies… and then there’s Only Feet – a black-and-white, iPhone-shot erotic “thriller” that leans heavily into the word erotic while never quite earning the label.

Written, produced and directed by Walter Wright, the film centres on a financially struggling couple, Jayce (Chance Johnson) and Robin (Robin Covington). They’re behind on rent, scraping by, and feeling the pressure. When Jayce is offered increasingly absurd amounts of money for photographs of his big gnarly man feet, the cash starts rolling in. The twist? He keeps it secret. From his live-in girlfriend. For reasons that never quite feel convincing.

Let’s get this out of the way: yes, the title is a wink to OnlyFans. Yes, it revolves around foot fetishism. And no, it’s nowhere near as provocative as the marketing suggests. Despite being branded an erotic thriller, the sex scenes are tame, brief, and shot in a flat, naturalistic way that prioritises realism over allure. There’s nudity, but nothing you haven’t seen in countless mainstream dramas. If you’re expecting anything remotely “Basic Instinct with a podiatry kink,” adjust expectations immediately.

Performance-wise, Robin Covington is the standout. She feels natural, grounded, believable – the kind of screen presence that anchors the film whenever things drift. Johnson has more screen time but occasionally comes across a little stiff. That said, the couple’s dynamic is mostly convincing… aside from the central secret, which strains credibility. If someone’s paying you silly money for photos of your feet, why not turn it into a joint business venture? The secrecy feels manufactured for drama.

Technically, this is where Only Feet struggles most. Shot over three years primarily on an iPhone, the commitment is admirable… genuinely. But the limitations show. The sound design is rough, with dialogue frequently drowned out by an overbearing score. You’ll likely find yourself riding the volume control or switching on subtitles. The original music isn’t bad, and in places it’s actually effective, but it’s overused and often mixed far too loudly.

Visually, the black-and-white aesthetic works in theory but is undermined by grain, murky lighting, and occasionally near-impenetrable dark scenes. There’s a difference between stylised minimalism and “we didn’t have the gear,” and sadly, this often lands in the latter camp.

Then comes the final act twist. It’s undeniably surprising, genuinely out of left field, but not necessarily satisfying. It shifts the tone abruptly and doesn’t fully stick the landing. You won’t see it coming… but you may find yourself wondering whether it fits.

In the end, Only Feet is an ambitious low-budget indie that earns points for commitment and a solid central performance, but falters on execution. The premise is amusing. The embarrassment factor is mildly entertaining. The thriller elements? Less so. Ultimately, this is a bold concept, hampered by uneven delivery i and proof that sometimes, putting your best foot forward still isn’t quite enough.

*½  1.5/5

Only Feet is available to stream now on Relay (subscription required).