As a movie enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share that “The Perfect Neighbor,” a riveting documentary delving into Florida’s Stand Your Ground laws and firearm regulations, is currently in talks to be sold to Netflix, following its successful premiere at the Sundance Film Festival. The preliminary agreement values it around $5 million, but the deal isn’t finalized yet.
Netflix declined to comment.
The movie, initially lauded by critics, narrates the chilling tale using authentic police bodycam footage, depicting how a simple neighborhood disagreement spiraled into an appalling act of violence. It chronicles the heart-wrenching event that gripped national interest, where Ajike Shantrell Owens, a woman, was fatally shot by her neighbor, Susan Lorincz, following persistent complaints from Lorincz about children playing close to her apartment complex.
So far, the market has been moving at a snail’s pace, but some films from Sundance have managed to secure distribution. Netflix has been particularly active, acquiring rights for “Train Dreams,” an acclaimed drama featuring Joel Edgerton and Felicity Jones. Meanwhile, A24 picked up a festival favorite titled “Sorry, Baby.” Sideshow and Janus Films also secured “Peter Hujar’s Day,” a two-hander directed by Ira Sachs. In a fierce bidding war, Neon came out on top for the body-horror thriller “Together,” starring real-life couple Dave Franco and Alison Brie. Among the most impressive documentaries at the festival was “The Perfect Neighbor,” which is thought to have strong potential in the awards season. I’m excited to see how these films fare in the coming months!
Geeta Gandbhir, who holds a personal interest in the story, was at the helm of directing this movie. Owens, being her brother-in-law’s closest friend, is involved. Soledad O’Brien takes on the role of an executive producer. In an exclusive conversation with EbMaster, Gandbhir explained that she chose to emphasize the police footage in the film rather than include interviews with people affected by the event, as it added a sense of urgency and immediacy to the narrative.
She stated that you’ll observe Susan’s dealings with the police over a span of two years. As events unfold, you’ll witness the trajectory and escalation of the situation, which appears increasingly difficult for law enforcement to handle or perceive Susan as a danger. However, it’s also evident that this community is vibrant, diverse, and tightly-knit, often helping each other out with childcare. In contrast, Susan seems like an anomaly, a potentially dangerous presence that keeps growing nearer and nearer, without any apparent solution.”
(I’ve tried to maintain the original sentiment while simplifying some of the longer phrases and rephrasing certain expressions for easier understanding.)
Cinetic Media handled the sale of the film.
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2025-02-06 23:47