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The Perfect Guy
An illustrator can't find the perfect guy, so she draws her own.
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Plot Summary
A successful lobbyist finds her life turned upside down when a new relationship takes a dangerous turn. After a painful breakup, she impulsively gets involved with a charming stranger, but soon discovers he has a dark and violent side. Her life spirals into a terrifying game of cat and mouse as she tries to escape his obsessive pursuit.
Critical Reception
The Perfect Guy received mixed reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and reliance on genre tropes. However, many praised the performances of the lead actors, particularly Sanaa Lathan, and the film's suspenseful moments. Audiences generally found it to be an entertaining, if somewhat formulaic, thriller.
What Reviewers Say
The film offers a serviceable thriller with strong lead performances.
While predictable, the movie delivers suspense and a compelling central conflict.
Sanaa Lathan's performance anchors the film's dramatic and suspenseful elements.
Google audience: Google users appreciated the film's suspenseful narrative and the chemistry between the main actors. Some found the plot to be somewhat predictable but still enjoyable for a night's entertainment. The performances, especially Sanaa Lathan's, were frequently highlighted as a strong point.
Fun Fact
The film was originally scheduled for release in August 2015 but was moved up to September 2015 to avoid direct competition with other major releases.
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