Perfect Strangers

2017 [SPANISH]

Action / Comedy / Drama

60
Rotten Tomatoes Critics - Rotten 63%
Rotten Tomatoes Audience - Upright 63%
IMDb Rating 6.9/10 10 16358 16.4K

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Plot summary

During a lunar eclipse, seven friends gather for dinner and decide to play a game in which they must share with each other the content of every message, email or phone call they receive throughout the evening.

Director

Álex de la Iglesia Photo
Álex de la Iglesia

Top cast

Eduardo Noriega Photo
Eduardo Noriega as Eduardo
Eduard Fernández Photo
Eduard Fernández as Alfonso
Pepón Nieto Photo
Pepón Nieto as Pepe
Dafne Fernández Photo
Dafne Fernández as Blanca
720p.BluRay 1080p.BluRay
848.45 MB
1280*534
Spanish 2.0
NR
Subtitles es  
23.976 fps
1 hr 37 min
Seeds 6
1.6 GB
1920*800
Spanish 2.0
NR
Subtitles es  
23.976 fps
1 hr 37 min
Seeds 15

Movie Reviews

Reviewed by danielgomezzz 8 / 10

Master

"Perfectos Desconocidos", directed by Álex de la Iglesia, is an intriguing Spanish comedy-drama that explores the limits of privacy and intimacy in the digital age. The plot revolves around a group of friends who meet for a dinner and decide to play a dangerous game: share all the messages and calls they receive on their mobile phones. What begins as an innocent exercise soon turns into a revelation of dark secrets and betrayals between the characters.The film's premise is witty and contemporary, addressing relevant themes about communication in the age of social media and the lack of privacy in an increasingly digitally connected world. Álex de la Iglesia manages to maintain a perfect balance between humor and drama, taking the viewer on an emotional journey as the characters face the consequences of revealing their deepest secrets.The cast gives solid performances, highlighting the chemistry between the actors who play the friends, who go from laughter and camaraderie to tension and conflict as the story progresses. The film not only entertains, but also invites us to reflect on the authenticity of human relationships and the impact of technology on our lives.Visually, the film makes the most of the dinner setting, creating an intimate, claustrophobic atmosphere that intensifies the drama and comedy of the situation. Álex de la Iglesia's direction stands out for its distinctive style and his ability to capture the dynamics between characters with a sharp and insightful sensitivity.In conclusion, "Perfectos Desconocidos" is a film that not only entertains but also challenges the viewer to reflect on the importance of honesty and privacy in our personal relationships. With a clever plot, solid performances and skillful direction, this film is a standout example of contemporary Spanish cinema that is worth watching.
Reviewed by tsanglouisa 7 / 10

Just a copy of the Italian film - Perfetti Sconosciutti

I liked this film when I first watched it, only now I found out it's just a copy (almost line to line) from his Italian counterpart.
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