Netflix often tends to bet quite frequently on dramatic thrillers whose plot is related to crime, and this time was no exception. “Mea Culpa” is the new film of this genre that has become the most-watched in the United States.
Just two days after its arrival on the catalog, the title directed by Tyler Perry has caused a great hype due to its high-voltage scenes, its wild story, and the complex characters that drive the narrative.
Kelly Rowland is the one who brings the main character to life, while Trevante Rhodes has accompanied her as the co-protagonist. The actress’s role is Mea, a defense attorney who agrees to represent an artist accused of murder.
Mea Culpa is the most-watched movie on Netflix US
Mea Culpa not only arrived on Netflix to captivate users worldwide but has also enamored American viewers with its intricate plot, becoming the number 1 movie on the Top 10 right now.
According to the specialized site Flix Patrol, the dramatic thriller has become the most-watched in the United States just two days after its release, surpassing other new major productions such as Through My Window 3: Looking at You.
The story follows Mea, a defense attorney forced to choose between her family, duty, and her most basic instincts after accepting the case of an artist accused of murder.
Despite being characterized as a crime drama, sensuality and chaos quickly escalate and take center stage. It has currently become a trend on social media for its high-voltage scenes.
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Kelly Rowland (formerly a member of Destiny’s Child alongside Beyonce) and Trevante Rhodes have shown great chemistry on screen. But they were not the only ones present; the cast includes names such as:
- Sean Sagar
- Nick Sagar
- RonReaco Lee
- Shannon Thornton
- Connor Weil
- Paul Ryden
- Arianna Barron
- Kerry O’Malley
Tyler Perry talked about Mea Culpa and the cast
Tyler Perry, who wrote and directed Mea Culpa, gave an interview to Yahoo just a few days ago and took the time to reveal some things about the thriller, as well as its incredible cast.
During the conversation, the filmmaker was asked about working with the singer and actress Kelly Rowland, and he didn’t hesitate to show his affection and admiration for her, not only for her career but for her broad talent. He confessed:
“I’ve been a fan of hers for a long time. I wanted to work with her. She’s incredibly beautiful, so I knew the camera loved her in every shot, but I wanted to make sure she could deliver. I saw some things she had done in the past, and I knew it was all there.
Trevante Rhodes, Kelly Rowland, and Tyler Perry attends Tyler Perry’s Mea Culpa Premiere at The Paris Theatre on February 15, 2024. (Source: Noam Galai/Getty Images for Netflix)
I just knew it had to be in the right hands for her to feel comfortable enough to bring it all out. I’m very proud of what she did. She really is a leading lady, and I hope everyone who sees her, every director looking for someone to play a role, calls her“.
On the other hand, when he talked about the dramatic and sensual thriller, he discussed how it captures the discomfort that family gatherings can bring in his movies, especially due to tension. He revealed:
“For me, that’s usually where all the drama unfolds: at the table, in the kitchen. No matter what family or race, something will happen when something is being cooked. So, having that camera circling around the table like a shark, knowing something is going on, and all the dynamics between husband and wife, brother-in-law and mother-in-law… it’s something a lot of people face, and it’s quite common. I thought having this moment in the movie would be something many people could relate to“.
