The Perfect Boyfriend (2013)

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A charming but devious man conspires to bilk a wealthy veterinarian of her money.

Introduction
"The Perfect Boyfriend" is an awesome explosion of love and thriller, a 2013 movie directed by Robert Malenfant. The main characters include Aiden, played by Michael Shanks; April Hill, played by Ashley Scott; and Jacob Tellman, played by David DeLuise. Moderate violence, extreme thriller, and mental drama shaped the film's story and mood.

Plot Summary
April is a divorcee trying to pick up the pieces of her life when she meets the handsome and lovely Jacob Tellman. Jacob sweeps April off her feet, making her feel enjoyed and unique, which convinces her that she may have found her knight in shining armor. Their relationship moves quickly, and Jacob appears to be the perfect boyfriend. Unbeknown to April, Jacob is deeply interrupted; he's a psychopathic killer.

The plot thickens when her old college pal, Aiden, returns to her life after a decade of no contact. Slowly, April starts to recognize that Jacob isn't who he appears to be. Aiden believes Jacob and starts to dig much deeper into his background and real character. April's daughter, Tayler, also finds Jacob's overly sweet attitude suspicious.

Thriller
"The Perfect Boyfriend" brilliantly keeps the audiences at the edge of their seats as Aiden begins to decode Jacob's past. The thriller escalates when it is revealed that Jacob has murdered his previous girlfriend and made it appear like a suicide. Aiden ends up being determined to secure April and her daughter, whose lives are now in risk from the compulsive and dangerous Jacob.

Climax & Conclusion
The climax is reached when Jacob feels cornered and kidnaps Tayler to get back at April. The final scenes of the movie are full of action, revealing Aiden and Jacob in an intense battle. In the end, Aiden manages to conserve April and Tayler, while Jacob unintentionally eliminates himself in the conflict.

Themes & Reception
"The Perfect Boyfriend" provides styles of love, obsession, deceit, and redemption. The commendable efficiencies from the stars add depth to the characters, while the remarkable storytelling makes sure an extremely appealing watch.

The movie amassed blended evaluations from critics, with some praising its thrilling story and strong efficiencies, while others slammed it for its predictability. Nevertheless, viewers appreciated the film for its appealing story and suspenseful minutes. All in all, "The Perfect Boyfriend" is a gripping portrayal of a love affair turned sour, emphasizing the value of trusting instincts and the harmful potentials of deception.

Top Cast

  • Ashley Scott (small)
    Ashley Scott
    April
  • Jennifer Taylor (small)
    Jennifer Taylor
    Karen
  • Susan Blakely (small)
    Susan Blakely
    Clara
  • Betsy Baker (small)
    Betsy Baker
    Grace
  • Blake Bertrand (small)
    Blake Bertrand
    Sammy
  • Nakia Burrise (small)
    Nakia Burrise
    Linda
  • Cosimo Canale
    Rizo
  • Kristin Carey (small)
    Kristin Carey
    Detective Calloway
  • Kent Faulcon (small)
    Kent Faulcon
    Detective Meeks
  • Aiden Turner (small)
    Aiden Turner
    Jacob
  • Jason Brooks (small)
    Jason Brooks
    Chuck