Overview

• The film has held the No. 1 spot on Netflix’s movie rankings in the U.S. and 90 other countries since its May 30 debut and has amassed 15.4 million views.
• Based on the 2017 ‘Black Widow of Patraix’ case, the story follows Maje as investigators peel back her perfect facade after her husband’s stabbing death.
• Critics have offered lukewarm feedback, calling the screenplay underwhelming and thin even as they acknowledge the film’s polished technical execution.
• Audience reviews commend the strong performances and engaging narrative, with many citing its true-crime foundation as a compelling draw.
• The movie’s success has reignited interest in the real-life murder that led to María Jesús Moreno Cantó’s 2020 conviction and 22-year prison sentence.