My Wife

About This Movie

My Wife (2023) dives into the unsettling reality of Kunle, a Lagos driver whose evening routine spirals into chaos. The atmosphere is thick with tension as he returns home to find Eniola, his wife, lost in a frenzied state, tearing apart their family life. The pacing shifts from the mundane to the nightmarish, mirroring Kunle’s escalating despair. It juggles themes of mental health and familial disintegration quite effectively—though it’s a heavy watch, the authenticity of the performances grounds it. There's a rawness to the practical effects that enhance the horror, not relying on flashy gimmicks but on a deep emotional resonance that lingers long after the credits roll. Definitely a film that lingers in your mind.

Set in the affluent areas of Lagos, contrasting wealth and despair.Heavy on psychological themes, emphasizing mental illness.Practical effects used to depict the emotional turmoil.