The Perfection

  Rating: 6.2/10 IMDb

Run Time: 1h 30m
Release Date: 24 May 2019
Cast: Allison Williams, Logan Browning, Steven Weber, Alaina Huffman, Mark Kandborg, Graeme Duffy
Director: Richard Shepard
Writer: Richard Shepard, Eric C. Charmelo, Nicole Snyder
Genres: Horror, LGBTQ
Maturity Rating: A
language, nudity
Languages Available: English, Brazilian Portuguese, European Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Spanish, Thai, Turkish
Available On: Netflix

I Main Cast 

I Plot Line

Even though perfection is required, life shouldn't be sacrificed for it. Everyone aims for perfection, but you shouldn't let it consume you.
"The Perfection" is a psychological suspense story that centers on Charlotte and Lizzie, two talented cellists.
The narrative starts with Charlotte, the musical prodigy, experiencing mental health issues as a result of having to quit her profession to take care of her ailing mother. When she finally returned to the prestigious musical institution after a long break, she discovered Lizzie in her place, getting a lot of attention. Jealousy was now replaced by retaliation. Following Lizzie's love affair with Charlotte, she embarked on a sinister quest to destroy Lizzie.
The concealed plans of both women become apparent as the film progresses, with unexpected turns blurring the boundaries between perception and reality. 
Is there another theme at work here, or is the story just about perfection and punishment? "The Perfection" is a compelling psychological thriller that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats with its unexpected plot and startling revelations.

I Positive Points

The unusual plot keeps viewers interested and guessing up to the very end. The performances by both of the lead women were impressive. Instigating conversations on power dynamics and moral ambiguity, the film tackles revenge, trauma, and manipulation themes. The film's atmospheric and cinematographic settings are masterfully done, adding to the suspense and tension.

 

I Negative Points

Some viewers may find certain scenes, which include violent and horrifying images, to be unsettling. The film would have been stronger if it had included more endearing supporting characters with its skilled lead cast. For some viewers, the movie's transitions from psychological thriller to horror to dark comedy may break the overall cohesion of the narrative.