The Cleaning Lady

“The Cleaning Lady” is a 2018 horror thriller directed by Jon Knautz, who co-wrote the screenplay with lead actress Alexis Kendra.
The film centers on Alice (Kendra), a woman attempting to end an affair with a married man. Seeking distraction, she befriends her cleaning lady, Shelly (Rachel Alig), who bears severe facial scars and harbors a traumatic past. As their friendship deepens, Shelly’s obsession with Alice leads to increasingly disturbing and violent behavior, revealing the dark complexities of both women’s lives.
Critics have noted the film’s exploration of themes such as obsession, control, and the impact of past traumas. Rachel Alig’s portrayal of Shelly has been highlighted as convincingly terrifying, contributing to the film’s suspenseful atmosphere. The narrative delves into the psychological interplay between the characters, offering a study of cruelty and the lengths to which individuals may go when driven by deep-seated emotional scars.
“The Cleaning Lady” is available for streaming on various platforms, including Amazon Prime Video. The film has received mixed reviews, with some praising its suspense and performances, while others critique its reliance on familiar horror tropes.