True stories or crime thrillers are such words that, when used together in a movie, send chills down our spine because we inherently know that whatever is shown in “Woman of the Hour” has actually happened to someone. On October 18, 2024, a film based on such a true story—Anna Kendrick’s directorial debut—titled Woman of the Hour, is set to release on Netflix, and it’s bound to shake you to the core.
This film, set in the late 1970s, follows Cheryl Bradshaw (played by Anna Kendrick), who participates in a dating game show. Also on the show is Rodney Alcala (played by Daniel Zovatto), a serial killer who has already murdered five women and is now on the hunt for his next victim. After winning the show, the killer takes Cheryl on a date. What happens next and whether Cheryl manages to escape is something you’ll have to watch in this Netflix crime thriller Woman of the Hour to find out.
Woman of the Hour Movie Quotes and Dialogues
1. – Did you want me to try it again?
– No. We’ll be in touch.
2. – Helen, I can barely afford my rent.
– Well, I booked you a guest spot on a TV show.
3. You okay? Great! Have fun.
4. All right, everybody. Let’s get started.
5. Live from the Chuck Barris Stages in Hollywood, California, it’s The Dating Game!
6. Ladies and gentlemen, welcome the woman of the hour! And let the games begin.
7. – Bachelor number one. This is nice and easy. What are girls for?
– What do you mean?
– Just what I said. I believe in you, bachelor number one.
8. – Bachelor number two. What are girls for?
– Why does this feel like a trap?
9. – I’ve been on the show since 1968. The one thing I’ve learned is… no matter what words they use, the question beneath the question remains the same.
– What’s the question?
– “Which one of you will hurt me?”
10. And bachelor number three. I’m counting on you. What are girls for?
11. Oh my God, where are we? What is this place?
12. I mean, you have this Patti Smith vibration thing going on. I’m talking about… soul.
13. Sorry. I think that’s good. That’s good. I’m into that.
14. – How do you feel right now?
– Fine.
15. Excuse me, ma’am, can you give us another round?
16. We’ll have to get out of here, then, huh? I’ll walk with you.
17. – Hey. Can you tell me your number?
– I just gave it to you.
– Yeah. I know. I just want to make sure I have the right one.
– Just let me see it and I….
– You can’t repeat it from memory?
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Conclusion
In the trailer of Woman of the Hour, available on YouTube, there are several moments that will make you eager to watch the film. One of the most significant scenes is when Cheryl gives Rodney a fake phone number in an attempt to escape, but the sharp-minded killer notices it. He confronts Cheryl about it, and at that moment, a strange suspense and cold atmosphere takes over. Anna Kendrick’s direction delivers this hair-raising scene with such ease that it’s worth all the praise.
Kendrick, who has always been known for her incredible acting skills, is now making her directorial debut with this film, and she has been widely praised by critics and major publications for her work.
Woman of the Hour was first released on September 8 at the Toronto International Film Festival. This film is a must-watch for those who enjoy true-story-based crime thrillers with top-notch acting, storytelling, suspense, and impactful quotes and dialogues. Not only that, but the dedication, passion, and fresh perspective of a new director will also captivate you. The movie is set to release on Netflix on October 18.
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