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A Perfect Enemy (2020): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch

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A Perfect Enemy is a 2020 mystery thriller directed by Kike Maíllo, starring Tomasz Kot as Jeremiasz 'Jeremy' Angust, Athena Strates and Dominique Pinon. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes and earned $7,113 worldwide. Its Echo Score is 67/100. Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

worldwide gross
$7.1K
Echo Score
67
A Perfect Enemy (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 29m (89 min)
Director
Kike Maíllo
Genres
Mystery , Thriller , Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is A Perfect Enemy About?

The premise of A Perfect Enemy without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

While waiting at Paris Airport, renowned architect Jeremy Angust gives a young woman named Texel Textor a ride. After parting ways, he realizes he's missed his flight. Unexpectedly, he encounters Texel again in the airport lounge. She then begins to recount a bizarre and unsettling story, and their conversation takes a dark and increasingly twisted turn, leading to a deadly confrontation.

A Perfect Enemy Themes & Keywords

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  • psychological thriller
  • psycho thriller
  • missed flight
  • architect
  • conference
  • taxi
  • paris france
  • rain
  • airport
  • airport terminal
  • blood
  • feeding a cat
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  • human eating cat food
  • cemetery
  • aggression
  • sexual aggression
  • photograph
  • paranoia
  • disappearance of wife
  • perfect murder
  • body in concrete
  • disturbed person
  • imaginary person
  • gender role reversal
  • title co written by female
  • chamber drama
  • sexual melodrama
  • dark romance
  • airplane trip
  • pet cat
  • filmmaker writer director producer
  • architectural model
  • murder by stabbing
  • dark secret
  • trip home
  • childhood flashback
  • public urination
  • rape of unconscious person
  • hallucination
  • folding knife
  • stalker
  • sexual obsession
  • 20 years ago
  • sexual assault
  • psychopath
  • positive pregnancy test
  • stale marriage
  • casting a spell
  • lost love
  • motor home
Where to watch

Where to Watch A Perfect Enemy

Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

Streaming availability in the US, powered by JustWatch logo

Cast & crew

A Perfect Enemy Cast & Characters

Tomasz Kot leads the cast as Jeremiasz 'Jeremy' Angust, with Athena Strates as Texel Textor and Dominique Pinon as Jean Rosen. Directed by Kike Maíllo; 18 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

A Perfect Enemy Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 67/100, strongest in art & craft (78) and weakest in story & flow (58).

67 /100

A Perfect Enemy Echo Score Breakdown

A Perfect Enemy elicits a mixed but generally favorable response, with particular strength in its visual presentation and competent direction, while the narrative and ending divide opinion. Critics commend the film’s tension and intriguing premise, yet several point to uneven pacing and a disappointing conclusion. User feedback mirrors this split, praising performances and style but criticizing dialogue and plot cohesion. The net effect is a moderately positive impression that rewards attentive viewers despite noteworthy flaws.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 78

    Regarding art and craft, the film demonstrates a confident visual style, with critics noting effective tension maintenance and distinct visual touches. The direction is described as compelling and the cinematography as vibrant, contributing to an engaging aesthetic. Some reviewers observe unevenness, but overall the production design and editing support the mood. Consequently, the artistic execution is assessed as solid and above average.

  • Character & Emotion 68

    Character and emotion receive mixed appraisal; several critics praise the chemistry between the leads and label the performances as captivating and immersive. Users also highlight strong acting, with some describing it as flawless. Conversely, negative notes mention subpar acting, unnatural dialogue, and an irritating protagonist, leading to reduced emotional resonance. Overall, the acting is seen as generally competent with notable strengths offset by occasional weak execution.

  • Story & Flow 58

    The story’s originality and intrigue are acknowledged, with reviewers appreciating its slow‑burn suspense and psychological twists. However, pacing issues are frequently cited, especially a sluggish middle and a climax that many find implausible or unsatisfying. Plot coherence suffers for some viewers, who describe the ending as disappointing or bewildering. In sum, the narrative offers a novel premise but is hampered by uneven pacing and a problematic conclusion.

  • Sensory Experience 72

    Sensory experience is widely regarded as a strong element; critiques cite vivid cinematography, effective lighting, and occasional visual flourishes that enhance tension. The sound design and score receive modest mention, with no major criticisms recorded. While some view the style as favoring form over substance, the overall sensory cohesion supports the film’s mood. Consequently, the sensory dimension is evaluated as above‑average and contributory to the viewing experience.

  • Rewatch Factor 60

    Rewatch factor appears moderate; the film’s tension and curiosity sustain interest for many viewers, leading some to recommend it for a second viewing. Positive remarks mention its compelling direction and visual intrigue that reward repeat watches. Nonetheless, the unsatisfying ending and occasional narrative confusion diminish its long‑term appeal for a portion of the audience. Overall, the movie offers decent replay value but is limited by its polarizing conclusion.

Plot

A Perfect Enemy Plot Summary

What happens in A Perfect Enemy from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

On a business trip to Paris, Jeremiasz Angust, a successful architect, crosses paths with a mysterious woman, Texel Textor, and what begins as a routine conversation quickly spirals into something unsettling as she accuses him of a crime he insists he doesn’t remember committing.

After boarding his flight, he tries to push the encounter from his mind, but the tension refuses to fade. On the way home to Warsaw, Texel reappears with a bold claim: Jeremiasz is a murderer, and she has evidence to prove it. He is stunned, vehemently denying the accusation, yet Texel remains persuasive, guiding him to a crime scene that looks exactly like the scenario she described.

Full summary

The whole story of A Perfect Enemy, scene by scene

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Box office

A Perfect Enemy Box Office

A Perfect Enemy grossed $7,113 worldwide.

2020 box office

Worldwide gross

$7.1K

International
$7.1K
Videos

A Perfect Enemy Trailers & Videos

The trailer of A Perfect Enemy.

Official Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know A Perfect Enemy?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

A Perfect Enemy Also Known As

11 alternative titles, including “Inimiga Perfeita” and “Cosmética del enemigo”.

Also known as
  • Inimiga Perfeita
  • Cosmética del enemigo
  • Cosmètica de l’enemic
  • 完美敌人
  • Идеальный враг
  • האויב המושלם
  • Kosmetik des Bösen
  • Wróg doskonały
  • 完美的敵人
  • 퍼펙트 에너미
  • Kara Sohbet

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FAQ

A Perfect Enemy FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office and post-credit scenes of A Perfect Enemy, each answered in a sentence.

How long is A Perfect Enemy?

A Perfect Enemy runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

When was A Perfect Enemy released?

A Perfect Enemy was released on October 8, 2020.

Who directed A Perfect Enemy?

A Perfect Enemy was directed by Kike Maíllo.

More films by Kike Maíllo

Who is in the cast of A Perfect Enemy?

A Perfect Enemy stars Tomasz Kot as Jeremiasz 'Jeremy' Angust, Athena Strates as Texel Textor and Dominique Pinon as Jean Rosen, among 18 credited actors.

Where can I watch A Perfect Enemy?

In the US, A Perfect Enemy is streaming on Amazon MX Player, Amazon Prime Video and Cineverse and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).

How much did A Perfect Enemy make at the box office?

A Perfect Enemy grossed $7,113 worldwide.

Does A Perfect Enemy have a post-credit scene?

No. A Perfect Enemy has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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