Netflix viewers left infuriated by “gut-wrenching” The Perfect Neighbor as it trends worldwide

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A new Netflix documentary, *The Perfect Neighbor*, is sparking outrage among viewers and quickly becoming a global trending topic. The film, directed by Geeta Gandbhir, tells the story of Ajike Owens, a Black woman who was murdered, using actual police bodycam footage from the investigation.

In Florida, Susan Lorincz shot and killed her neighbor, Owens, through the front door of Owens’ home. This happened during an argument about children playing in the neighborhood; Owens had gone to Lorincz’s door to address the issue.

This documentary uses police bodycam footage to show how a local disagreement escalated into a deadly incident, exploring themes of fear, bias, and the impact of ‘Stand Your Ground’ laws.

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The documentary exploring the divisive ‘Stand Your Ground’ law is currently the second most popular movie on Netflix worldwide, and it’s the top movie in the UK.

Viewers have been sharing their reactions to the documentary on IMDb, describing it as both deeply sad and incredibly frustrating.

A viewer described the documentary *The Perfect Neighbor* as both incredibly frustrating and vitally important for understanding recent American events.

The documentary is deeply upsetting because it powerfully shows the damaging effects of Florida’s ‘stand your ground’ law and highlights issues of violence and systemic racism in the U.S.

One reviewer described the work as intensely emotional, saying it left them feeling shocked and deeply affected. They used phrases like ‘gut-wrenching’ and ‘gripping’ to convey how powerfully it impacted them.

One viewer particularly appreciated the inclusion of police bodycam footage, commenting that the interviews created a strong feeling of injustice, as the neighbors were clearly affected by being involved in the process. They described the documentary as a frustrating and emotionally powerful examination of the unjustified murder and the events surrounding it.

One viewer described this documentary as incredibly powerful, noting it relies solely on footage and avoids retrospective interviews. They found the story deeply moving and unsettling, evoking feelings of disappointment, disgust, and sadness, but ultimately offering a sense of peace knowing that justice was achieved.

Wow, I just finished watching this true crime film and it completely floored me. It’s honestly one of the most disturbing and impactful documentaries I’ve ever seen. I was especially devastated thinking about the children involved – the trauma they experienced is just heartbreaking, and I can’t even imagine what they’re going through.

The Perfect Neighbor is available to watch now on Netflix.

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2025-10-20 18:49