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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.

The film follows a young woman who becomes a housemaid for a wealthy family. Soon the housemaid finds out that there's more than meets the eye.

What carries this film are the three central performances from Sweeney, Seyfried, and Sklenar. Seyfried is a particular standout, aptly balancing instability here in the first part of the film, and a kind of charm and gentleness later. It's also nice that the two female leads aren't just ditzy and have some interiority.

As long as you don't take it too seriously, you'll have a good time. The suspense, tension, and dread ratchet up slowly until it reaches an explosive, satisfying ending. The twists are shocking and unexpected. The film is unpredictable and pleasingly chaotic at times. (Disclaimer: I didn't read the source material.) The action scenes are cool and at times graphic, and the romance is hot.

This is not only a fun little thriller, but it also has some substance to it. It can be cathartic and poignant at points. It's not often that mainstream films portray domestic violence in the upper echelons of society, and this film does that while simultaneously offering an entertaining time. I myself was in an abusive relationship not too long ago, with a good-looking, successful, and wealthy person similar to the abuser depicted in this film, that lasted for several years. Like the family in this film, we lived in the suburbs where no one suspected a thing, but of course underneath that manicured exterior he was abusing me. It was relatable and refreshing to see my experience represented on screen.

Mind you, this film is by no means perfect. It feels campy and cheesy for much of the runtime due to the extremity of some actions taken by characters. And the couple sex scenes feel gratuitous. But at the same time, that can all be forgiven as the extremeness and high tension only adds to the fun in this little popcorn flick.

And for those who've been in abusive relationships, particularly with wealthy partners, this film offers the added benefit of being therapeutic. You should know that you're not alone, that there is help out there, and you can always leave the abuse behind.

Enjoy this throwback to the thrillers of the 90s. It's fun.

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.

In general, the story was pretty good. It was a decent thriller with some jump, scare moments, some gruesome body stuff and a pretty good twist. It also reflected the realities of mental health and clingy relationships. I've heard some complain about the pacing towards the middle/end but in my opinion, the pacing was fine. It didn't feel drawn out and it ended exactly when it should've.

The characters themselves were pretty good. Sydney Sweeney did a decent job. She's not gonna win a Grammy for her performance, but she played her role well of the innocent but beautiful woman and has a good character arc.

I really did like how they used music and different camera angles to set a very tense tone.

Overall, it's in decent movie with some good tense moments and a pretty good story.