La femme de ménage

6.9/10 (7) (Definitely Recommend)

I went into this movie with very little expectations, or even understanding of what I was getting myself into. Some people may know what to expect, and others may not. I aim to write this review trying to keep the mystery. After having seen only the same trailer a bunch of times, I already had a bunch of preconceived notions of what was going to happen, but damn, they were off.

Amanda Seyfried's character was nowhere near where I believed her to be according to the trailer. Amanda is fantastic in the role, and became likeable for me by the end. Sydney Sweeney was once again a little rough/rigid around the edges. However, her acting style fit this character. I was surprised by her characters progression throughout the story. From the trailer alone, I didn't know almost anything about Brandon Sklenar's character, but by the end you knew exactly who he was and why things aren't always as they appear.

The story was interesting for me. I only found out after the movie that this is a book adaptation, so people like her and her book club knew somewhat of what to expect. Me personally, again, because I didn't know what to expect, was almost bored out of my mind for the first two acts of the film. I honestly thought, and told my sister and her friends, that I believed that this was just another film for Sydney Sweeney to show off her body. While that may have very well been part of the case, by the third act it wasn't the only case. Everything about the movie got more exciting and interesting. I actually became more invested when the onion was being peeled back.

Overall, I would probably see this movie again. The story is better than just some housemaid being put through the wringer. The actin isn't out of this world, but it gets the job done with its tension and release. I think the less you know the better going in, as it certainly helped me enjoy myself. My sister did say the movie differed in some ways compared to the book so even her and her friends were a little taken aback by some of the changes. So if you're looking for a film to watch during the Christmas break, then this is one to certainly check out.

That's it for now. Thanks for taking time to read my review. Happy watching and enjoy the show!

PS Warning: if you, or someone you know, has been affected or suffered abuse in the past, this film may not be suitable for you. There are some scenes viewers may find graphic when it comes to abuse.

Hate to be cliche and be another one who says "the book is better than the movie!!" But that truly is the case here.

The first half of the movie felt like a weird low budget film that was just trying to set up a scene of Sydney Sweeney topless. It was weird vibes and just really felt rushed until her intimate scene.

After that, it actual felt like the real thriller story it should have been.

With that said, maybe I'm just not a Sydney Sweeney fan... I found her acting to be so dry and dull. Amanda on the other hand saved the entire film and was great.

The film overall was bleh. If I hadn't read the book, I would think it was fine. But remembering how into the book I was, it fell short for me. I wouldn't rewatch it.

I don't understand why this is being underplayed. This movie was very very good. Acting, cinematography, direction, production...it was all superb. Amanda seyfried acted ridiculously well to me. Sidney Sweeney had an amazing role. The pace and development of the characters was great. Felt gripped the whole time. Bravo!

Millie (Sydney Sweeney) is hired by Nina Winchester (Amanda Seyfried) a rich social lite to is hired to be a housemaid, much of the surprise by her husband Andrew (Brandon Sklenar), but Millie will discover that in their household, nothing is quite what it seems.

Amanda Seyfried really surprised me here, for a while I never thought of her as much has an actress, but here she proved me wrong, really keeps you on edge. Sydney Sweeney is also good, has Millie, displaying such fear and confusing quite perfectly, I believe she's a better actress then she is giving credit. Brandon Sklenar is also great as Andrew. This movie has many twists you won't see coming, just when you think how it's going to end, it pulls the rug right out from under you. My mild complaint it drags a little in spots, but other than that a well made thriller.

This film is good, entertaining, solid, and cheesy fun, with just enough serious and surprisingly complex storylines to appeal to both mainstream audiences and lighter film critics. It builds steadily toward a crescendo--perhaps more than one-with a handful of well-timed twists and turns that should satisfy popcorn-loving moviegoers from college age to adulthood.

None of the performances are likely to earn an Academy Award, but the cast does a credible job portraying desperate, flawed, and occasionally unhinged characters. The film is helped along by its beautiful setting, striking home, and an ensemble of attractive actors, which carry it through a few moments where the plot flirts with jumping the shark on believability.

Still, enough thought and structure have gone into the screenplay to make it feel like one of the twist-heavy domestic dramas of past decades, rather than a throwaway thriller. The pacing holds, the stakes escalate,& the film largely earns its moments of excess.