Anna Kendrick Makes Directorial Debut with 'Woman of the Hour'

The Netflix film explores the chilling true story of Rodney Alcala, focusing on the victims' perspectives.

Anna Kendrick steps behind the camera for the first time, directing 'Woman of the Hour,' a crime thriller based on the real-life 'Dating Game Killer,' Rodney Alcala.
The film, premiering on Netflix on October 18, emphasizes the experiences of Alcala's victims, rather than glorifying the serial killer himself.
Kendrick, who stars as Cheryl Bradshaw, drew on her own experiences of trauma and misogyny in the industry to shape the film's narrative.
The project was initially set to be directed by someone else, but a scheduling conflict led Kendrick to pitch herself for the role.
The film blends suspense and dark humor, reflecting on societal misogyny and the subtle ways women navigate danger.