Maid - A Netflix Series Review

Never give up on the greatest battle. Keep marching forward.

Maid is a 2021 Netflix series. Alex, a young mother, is on the run from an abusive relationship with her three-year-old daughter. Finding a low-paid job as a maid, Alex fights for custody of her daughter.

Maid is an in-depth look into a world that deserves every rightful awareness it needs. As soon as I started, I did not want to stop watching. Abuse is not a fun topic though it is necessary to recognize. Maid is a well-acted drama that keeps you hooked.

Margaret Qualley did not have an easy role. I have seen her in a couple of other films but contrasting roles to this. Qualley conquered difficult emotions, situations, and the journey of her character.

Alex has never had it easy. Stepping over numerous roadblocks, and even hindering, Alex refuses to stand down to her abusers. Most audiences will see themselves in Alex. Some of Alex’s decisions were questionable but you’d have to be in her situation to understand.

Alex is a wonderful mom. Moments between Alex and her 3-year-old daughter Maddy (Rylea Nevaeh Whittit) are sweet. Maddy’s innocence is a vital segment. You can’t always shield children from the dark parts of the world.

This is a role that I have never seen Andie MacDowell in. Just like in the show, Qualley and MacDowell are mother and daughter in real-life. Paula is a manic woman. A difficult relationship, to say the least, the pair conquered emotional interactions in their scenes. They truly deserve their nominations for best actresses.

If someone told me that this was the same Nick Robinson from Jurassic World, I would not believe them. Robinson completely transforms himself into his role. Sean’s behavior is nerve-wracking. His behavior will likely trigger audiences because you never know how he will act in each episode.

Anika Noni Rose was exhilarating. Dictating this powerfully authentic monologue, Maid showcases how incredible Rose is in dramatic roles. You never know who will help you in rough times. The interactions between Alex and Regina were my favorite moments in each episode.

The entire cast of Maid had essential roles no matter how small they were. Each character is realistic and fleshed out. Tracy Vilar, Billy Burke, BJ Harrison, Raymond Ablack, and Tony Levins are notable in their roles.

A notable shoutout goes to Aimee Carrero (Danielle). Sadly, this character disappears in the story. I wish that Danielle could have been given a proper conclusion like everyone else.

Watching this series makes your head spin. A lot is thrown at you in each episode. Some topics include subjects like domestic abuse, child-service regulations, and custody battles. Molly Smith Metzler created this series for anyone who is struggling. She handled the subject in the highest respect. Her main goal was to convey the truth.

Locations hold a significant value, particularly in Alex’s perspective. Alex has to clean some gross-looking houses that you’re lucky not to smell. Once dark spots were cleaned away, filmmakers picked beautiful locations, like a beach.

Writing is an important element in Maid. If you can’t say, then write. Write about your problems as a poem or tell it as a story. Never keep it in.

Maid is an emotional doozy. I felt overwhelmed at times. Maid does not hold back from showcasing domestic abuse. Alex is so stressed and drained that you can feel it. If you want to watch Maid, watch it with your own caution. I enjoyed the series and I do recommend it, but it was just a lot to sit through.