

Perfect Strangers
The chronicles of the rocky coexistence of midwestern American Larry Appleton and his distant cousin from eastern Mediterranean Europe, Balki Bartokomous.
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Plot Summary
A young man, Doug (Brad Pitt), is caught in a complicated love triangle. He is involved with an older woman, who is married to a wealthy businessman. As the relationships become more entangled, Doug finds himself in a dangerous situation.
Critical Reception
Perfect Strangers received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot convoluted and the performances uneven. It did not achieve significant commercial success and is largely considered a lesser-known early work of Brad Pitt.
What Reviewers Say
- The film suffers from a convoluted and predictable plot.
- Performances are generally considered weak, with Brad Pitt's early role showing potential but lacking depth.
- Despite its attempt at a dramatic narrative, the film fails to engage or offer substantial insight.
Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Perfect Strangers (1993)' is not readily available. Based on available critical commentary, it appears to be a film that did not resonate widely with viewers.
Fun Fact
This film is one of Brad Pitt's earliest roles, appearing before he gained widespread fame in the mid-1990s.
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