An IndieWire review of the TIFF film "The Housewife" said Naomi Watts delivers a stunning performance. The review noted the film is the feature debut of director Ben Shirinian and first‑time screenwriter Alyssa Hill, and described the story as a chilling look at evil hidden in ordinary American life. It also criticized the cast and script as uneven and overly complex.
Why it matters
Fans of Naomi Watts would note that critics are highlighting her performance as a standout element of the film.
Key facts
- The IndieWire review said Naomi Watts stuns in her role.
- The review identified the film as director Ben Shirinian's feature debut and Alyssa Hill's first screenplay.
- The review described the story as an inherently chilling tale of evil hiding within ordinary American life.
- The review criticized the cast and script as uneven and connecting too many dots.
Evidence
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