I have to admit I felt a little frustrated with how they marketed _Ma_. The initial trailer really grabbed my attention; it leaned heavily into the suspense. There was definitely something amiss, but you had no clue what it could be. I wasn't even sure if they’d focus on Octavia Spencer being portrayed as an antagonist. But then all the subsequent advertising material gave away so much of the plot very quickly. It’s …

This middling thriller, reminiscent of 1990s productions, benefits from some solid acting, notably from Octavia Spencer and Diana Silvers. It doesn't distinguish itself greatly, and apart from the dialogue and mature themes, it evokes the style of a Lifetime movie. A rental might be worthwhile, but that’s about it. **2.5/5**