“Love Me,” the debut feature from married filmmakers Sam and Andy Zuchero, offers a post-apocalyptic exploration of human connection in a digital age. Set millions of years after a cataclysmic event that appears to have wiped out humanity, the film presents a world dominated by water, where melting ice caps have submerged the planet and no humans remain.

At the story’s center is a metal buoy, personified with a single eye and voiced by Kristen Stewart, floating in the vast ocean. This buoy forms an unusual bond with an overhead satellite, voiced by Steven Yeun, which carries a cache of internet data including web pages and video content. Together, these inanimate objects develop distinct, human-like personalities as they sift through the digital remnants of the past.

Central to their discovery is the online relationship of a vlogging couple, Deja and Liam—also portrayed by Stewart and Yeun—whose interactions and struggles are replayed and dissected by the buoy and satellite. The film uses this framework to examine themes of love, memory, and the artificiality inherent in online romances.

While “Love Me” embraces ambitious concepts, its emotional impact has been met with mixed responses. The Zucheros employ stylistic techniques to navigate a digital landscape steeped in information overload, but some viewers may find the characters of Deja and Liam insufficiently developed to carry the weight of the narrative. The film’s tonal shifts between quirky humor and deeper existential questions do not always blend seamlessly, occasionally creating an uneven viewing experience.

Ultimately, “Love Me” reflects on humanity’s digital imprint long after physical presence has vanished, cautioning about the complexities and potential superficiality of relationships mediated through technology. Although the film’s inventive approach to storytelling and voice casting are notable, its execution may leave audiences searching for a clearer emotional resonance amid the post-apocalyptic backdrop.