House/Wife
House/Wife

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House/Wife

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English

A mother recovering from a brutal accident moves into a prototype smart home. As she begins to get settled, she finds out that the house's groundbreaking AI technology is quickly developing real human emotions.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users75%
Director: Anya MehtaGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

Set in the 1950s, the film follows a suburban housewife who begins to suspect that her perfect life is not what it seems. As she delves deeper into the mysteries surrounding her husband's work and her seemingly idyllic community, she uncovers dark secrets that challenge her perception of reality and her own sanity. The narrative builds tension as she grapples with paranoia and a growing sense of dread.

Critical Reception

Housewife received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising Florence Pugh's central performance and the film's atmospheric tension. However, some found the pacing uneven and the plot predictable, leading to a polarized critical response.

What Reviewers Say

  • Pugh delivers a powerful and nuanced performance that anchors the film.

  • The film effectively builds a sense of unease and psychological suspense.

  • Some viewers found the plot's twists to be somewhat telegraphed and the ending unsatisfying.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful atmosphere and Florence Pugh's acting. However, a significant portion of viewers felt the storyline lacked originality and the resolution was disappointing.

Fun Fact

Florence Pugh reportedly experienced significant emotional distress while filming certain scenes, reflecting the intense psychological nature of her character.

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