The Perfect Neighbor

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The Perfect Neighbor
Directed by Geeta Gandbhir
Produced by
CinematographyAlfredo De Lara
Edited byViridiana Lieberman
Music byLaura Heinzinger
Production
companies
Release date
  • January 24, 2025 (2025-01-24)(Sundance)
Running time
94 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

The Perfect Neighbor is an 2025 American documentary film, directed and produced by Geeta Gandbhir. It follows the Killing of Ajike Owens, told through bodycam footage, exploring disputes that lead to the murder. Soledad O'Brien serves as an executive producer.

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It had its world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival on January 24, 2025.

Premise

On June 2, 2023, Ajike "AJ" Shantrell Owens was murdered by Susan Lorincz. The film explores disputes leading up to the murder by using bodycam footage of disputes.

Production

Ajike Owens was Geeta Gandbhir's sister-in-law's best friend, concerned Susan Lorincz would use the Stand-your-ground law Gandbhir's partner Nikon Kwantu went to Florida and began filming. [1] [2]

Release

The film had its world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival on January 24, 2025. [3] [4] It will also screen at South by Southwest in March 2025. [5] [6]

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References

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