Perfect Strangers
Perfect Strangers

Movie spotlight

Perfect Strangers

2016
Movie
92 min
Greek

Seven friends meet up for dinner on a full moon Friday night and deep secrets will come to the surface, shaking their lives and threatening their relationships.

Insights

IMDb7.8/10
Google Users85%
Director: Paolo GenoveseGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Seven close friends gather for a dinner party, where they decide to play a dangerous game: placing their mobile phones on the table and revealing every text message, email, and phone call they receive. What starts as a lighthearted challenge soon unearths secrets, betrayals, and hidden truths within their relationships, testing the bonds of their friendships.

Critical Reception

Perfect Strangers was a critical and commercial success, praised for its sharp writing, relatable premise, and strong performances. It resonated with audiences for its commentary on modern relationships and the pervasive nature of technology, leading to widespread acclaim and numerous international remakes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Witty and thought-provoking exploration of modern relationships.

  • A clever premise that effectively uses technology to expose hidden truths.

  • Strong ensemble cast delivers compelling performances.

Google audience: Audiences loved the film's original concept and its ability to spark conversations about privacy and honesty in friendships. Many appreciated the humor and the emotional depth, finding it a relatable and engaging experience.

Awards & Accolades

Won Best Comedy Film at the David di Donatello Awards and Best Screenplay at the Nastri d'Argento Awards. Nominated for Best Film at the European Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The film was so successful that it has been remade in over 18 different countries, making it one of the most remade films in cinematic history.

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