The Perfect Guy
The Perfect Guy

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The Perfect Guy

2017
Movie
7 min
English

An illustrator can't find the perfect guy, so she draws her own.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes54%
Metacritic51/100
Google Users67%
Director: David M. RosenthalGenres: Thriller, Crime, Drama

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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