Anna Kendrick Chooses the Incorrect Man in Netflix True-Crime Thriller ‘Woman of the Hour’ Trailer

Anna Kendrick takes on a new role in the upcoming Netflix movie “Woman of the Hour,” where she not only stars but also makes her debut as a director. Set to premiere on October 18, the film is a fact-based crime thriller that tells the story of Cheryl Bradshaw, played by Kendrick, who unknowingly wins a date with a man hiding a dark past on a game show in 1978.

Joining Kendrick in the cast are Daniel Zovatto, Nicolette Robinson, and Tony Hale, with Zovatto portraying the character based on real-life serial killer Rodney Alcala. The movie delves into the unsettling narrative of Cheryl’s encounter with Zovatto’s character, revealing the chilling truth behind his charming facade.

The film, directed by Kendrick from a script by Ian McDonald, garnered attention after appearing on the Black List in 2017. Produced by Roy Lee, Miri Yoon, J.D. Lifshitz, and Raphael Margules, “Woman of the Hour” made its debut at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2023, receiving critical acclaim.

Lovia Gyarkye, a reviewer for The Hollywood Reporter, commended Kendrick’s work, stating, “In Woman of the Hour, Kendrick builds on the work she started in Alice, Darling but now she is also behind the camera for this unnerving dramatization of serial killer Rodney Alcala’s appearance on a dating game show while in the midst of his murder spree.” Gyarkye further praised the film for its ambitious approach in subverting true-crime genre expectations by shedding light on the survivors and victims of Alcala’s crimes.

The trailer for “Woman of the Hour” offers a glimpse into the tension and suspense that viewers can expect from the movie. With Kendrick’s dual role as both director and lead actress, the film promises to deliver a gripping and thought-provoking narrative that explores the complexities of human nature and the chilling reality of hidden truths.