The Perfect Neighbor Netflix documentary follows the tragic story of Susan Lorincz, a 61-year-old woman who shot and killed her Black neighbor, Ajike Owens, in 2023. The documentary, directed by Geeta Gandbhir, provides a harrowing account of the events leading up to the murder and the subsequent legal proceedings. Susan Lorincz is currently serving a 25-year prison sentence at Homestead Correctional Institution in South Florida, having been found guilty of manslaughter in August 2024 and sentenced in November 2024. In an exclusive interview from prison, Lorincz expressed remorse, acknowledging her actions and the pain they caused. Despite the documentary's focus on the case, Lorincz claims she was not contacted by the filmmakers, who chose not to include her perspective in the final cut. The Perfect Neighbor highlights the dangers of unchecked power and the devastating consequences of unchecked harassment, leaving viewers with a chilling reminder of the real-life impact of unchecked behavior.
