The Perfect Neighbour understands that the scariest true-crime stories don’t always happen in dark alleys. Sometimes they unfold in driveways, at suburban barbecues, and behind the carefully maintained facades of people who seem like they have it all together. That premise alone is enough to make you side-eye your next-door neighbour.

The pacing is sleek and the storytelling is confident. It skips the filler and gets straight to the uneasy dynamic between the central players, building tension through small details rather than dramatic reenactments. Every cheerful smile starts to look like a mask, and the film knows exactly when to pull it off.

What keeps it from a higher score is a certain familiarity. If you’ve spent any time in the true-crime rabbit hole, you’ll recognise the beats before they arrive. It’s not badly done — it’s just not surprising.

The Perfect Neighbour is a well-crafted, genuinely creepy watch that’s perfect for a quiet evening of mistrust. It won’t blow your mind, but it will absolutely make you double-check your locks.