'Holland' Debuts to Poor Reviews Despite Nicole Kidman's Strong Performance

The thriller directed by Mimi Cave and released on Prime Video is criticized for its weak narrative, underutilized setting, and inconsistent tone.

Nicole Kidman stars as Nancy Vandergroot, a Michigan teacher who grows suspicious of her husband's secretive behavior.
Critics praise Kidman's performance as the film's standout element, though it struggles to overcome a lackluster script.
The film's narrative is criticized for being predictable, illogical, and failing to develop its characters or themes effectively.
Despite its setting in Holland, Michigan, the film fails to capitalize on the location's unique elements, rendering it interchangeable.
Supporting actors Matthew Macfadyen and Gael García Bernal are noted as underutilized in underwritten roles, further diminishing the film's impact.