Allison Williams (Girls, Get Out) and Logan Browning (Dear White People) vibe so well together in this thriller that rewinds through the movie numerous times. All is not what it seems in The Perfection.
Charlotte is returning to the world of music after taking care of her mother for many years. After her mother passes, she decides to reach out to her former mentor, Anton, to help judge a group of young cellists vying to get into the prestigious Bachoff Academy of Music.
Charlotte meets her mentors star pupil Lizzie and can’t help but be entranced by her. They share an intimate time together at the event in China and later in Lizzie’s hotel room. Lizzie then invites Charlotte on a three week adventure away from the academy and all her duties so she can finally have some freedom. Charlotte agrees, and this is where things turn sinister.
As I’m watching, I’m reminded of Black Swan and how two very talented women appear to rival each other and what one is willing to do to get back on top. It isn’t all that it appears to be however.
Charlotte is not an opportunist who wants to take Lizzie’s talent or position, but what she does to her really makes it seem that way. Drugs, bugs and a cleaver are three things that are able to take away Lizzie’s livelihood but it is a blessing in disguise. I think I know what is going on but I really didn’t until the end. Don’t trust what your first instincts are when you first watch this film, you will change your opinions on characters two or three times throughout the hour and a half movie.
Thoughts
I actually liked the movie very much, it was my taste in horror/thriller movie and it kept me guessing throughout the film. I will say this though, it requires a trigger warning which is why I am putting one in this article as it has very dark themes. Expect to see scenes similar to 127 Hours and Last House on the Left.
8/10
The Perfection is on Netflix now