In Nnamdi Asomugha’s The Knife, Chris (Asomugha) finds a woman in his kitchen in the middle of the night. He calls the police and waits anxiously with his wife Alex (Aja Naomi King) and their daughters Ryley (Aiden Price) and Kendra (Amari Price). Detective Carlsen (Melissa Leo) arrives on the scene, intent on finding out the truth and determining what crimes have actually been committed.
Awards Buzz spoke with Leo about how she feels about this character and the ferocious intensity with which she interrogates this shaken family. Watch the video above to hear her reflections on her past roles and certain elements which tie them together.
The Knife opens in theaters on Friday, August 15th.
