The Perfect Soulmate
The Perfect Soulmate

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The Perfect Soulmate

2017
Movie
90 min
English

On the outside, Sarah Miles appears to have it all: her husband is charming and successful and their daughter Megan is bright and engaging. Having put her once successful career as a published poet on hold to raise Megan, Sarah now shares her writing on her poetry blog. But there's a terrible truth lurking behind the doors of her suburban mansion… despite his polished persona, Sarah's husband is controlling, manipulative, and abusive. Isolated and desperate to escape her marriage, Sarah welcomes the newfound attention of one of her devoted fans, a bookish young woman named Lee Maxson. But as Sarah gets closer to Lee, she begins to discover that she’s found an ever more dangerous companion.

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Brian HerzlingerGenres: Romance, Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

When a woman seeking her ideal match discovers a dating app that claims to find a perfect soulmate, she embarks on a journey that tests her perceptions of love and compatibility. As the app leads her through a series of dates, she begins to question whether true connection can be algorithmically determined or if it requires something more profound. The film explores the complexities of modern dating and the search for authentic romantic fulfillment.

Critical Reception

The Perfect Soulmate received a mixed reception from critics and audiences, with many finding its premise familiar yet entertaining. While some appreciated its lighthearted approach to romance and the chemistry between its leads, others criticized its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. It was generally seen as a pleasant, if unoriginal, romantic comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming lead performances and heartwarming moments.

  • Criticized for its formulaic storyline and lack of depth.

  • Considered a watchable, feel-good romance for fans of the genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'The Perfect Soulmate' are not widely aggregated on Google, but available comments suggest viewers enjoyed the romantic elements and the actors' performances, finding it a generally positive viewing experience, though some noted it didn't break new ground in the genre.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of independent romantic comedies that explored modern dating technologies and their impact on relationships.

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