The Wrong Housesitter (2020)

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Deb, a successful editor, sends Dan on an assignment out of town just as he has just moved into his dream home. When he meets Kristin, his problem is solved because she seems like the perfect house sitter. However, his problems are just beginning as Kristin begins setting up house, posing as his new girlfriend and has no plans on leaving his home or his life.

Film Summary
"The Wrong Housesitter" is an engaging 2020 thriller directed by David DeCoteau. This Lifetime movie revolves around secret, suspense, and the unanticipated happenings revolving around a housesitter. The movie includes Vivica A. Fox, Anna Marie Dobbins, and Krista Allen as lead characters, with Rib Hillis and Eric Roberts in supporting roles.

In the motion picture, Dan (played by Rib Hillis), a successful crime author, come across a prospective love interest, Alice, through his niece. Alice (played by Anna Marie Dobbins) is a young and attractive woman who willingly takes over house-sitting duties from Dan's regular housesitter, enabling Dan to go on his yearly composing retreat. Takings things one step even more, Alice likewise opportunistically assumes a role as Dan's individual assistant.

Weaves
Alice, at very first sight, appears absolutely nothing but reputable and reliable. Nevertheless, as time advances, her real objectives start to unfold, and the film transforms into a heart-pounding thriller. Dan's neighbor, Vanessa (played by Krista Allen), quickly gets that something is off about Alice, but fails to convince anybody about her instincts. Alice's obsessiveness with Dan and his life intensify throughout the film, changing her from a basic housesitter to an enormous figure.

Dan stops working to see these uncomfortable indications due to Alice's meticulous manipulation, consisting of cutting off his interaction with outsiders and feigning emergency situations to keep him nearby. The plot thickens when Dan's close friend and editor, William (Eric Roberts), comes for a surprise visit just to find himself locked in a cellar by Alice.

High-Intensity Climax
In the climax of the movie, Dan finally realizes Alice's destructive intents when she brings an incapacitated William to him. A battle occurs in between Dan and Alice, where Alice satisfies her end through unintentional electrocution. The ordeal leaves a deep impact on Dan, who is finally free from Alice's managing methods but is left distressed by the experience he had to go through.

Conclusion
"The Wrong Housesitter" is an extreme mental film that checks out themes of fixation and control. The audience is kept on the edge of their seats as Alice's real colors are slowly exposed, keeping them engaged till the end. Ultimately, the movie reviews the constraints of outside looks and the value of listening to one's instinct. The performances of the actors, integrated with the suspenseful story, produce a thrilling and interesting movie experience.

Although there are occasional minutes where the plot may feel stretched and components can be foreseeable, the film succeeds to hold the attention of the audience. The characters make for an interesting watch, especially Anna Marie Dobbins, who impresses with her portrayal of the seemingly innocent, but eventually ominous Alice. "The Wrong Housesitter" succeeds in providing a chilling and delighting experience to the audience, making it an appealing addition to the genre of suspense thriller.

Top Cast

  • Vivica A. Fox (small)
    Vivica A. Fox
    Debbie
  • Anna Marie Dobbins (small)
    Anna Marie Dobbins
    Kristen
  • Jason-Shane Scott (small)
    Jason-Shane Scott
    Dan
  • Ciarra Carter (small)
    Ciarra Carter
    Mary
  • Tracy Nelson (small)
    Tracy Nelson
    Brenda
  • Hilary Shepard (small)
    Hilary Shepard
    Tracy
  • David Lago
    Detective
  • Jensen Atwood (small)
    Jensen Atwood
    Mr. Hill
  • Rib Hillis (small)
    Rib Hillis
    Shopper
  • Harvey B. Jackson (small)
    Harvey B. Jackson
    Sheriff
  • Erin Mulvey
    Dara