The Good Samaritan
The Good Samaritan

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The Good Samaritan

2017
Movie
6 min
English

A young woman escapes her captors to flag down help on an abandoned road.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Michael MohanGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

When a young woman, overwhelmed by debt and a predatory loan shark, is offered a seemingly simple way out, she finds herself entangled in a dangerous and morally complex situation. The offer involves impersonating someone else for a significant sum of money, a decision that quickly spirals into a nightmarish ordeal with unforeseen consequences.

Critical Reception

The film garnered a mixed reception from critics, who acknowledged the performances, particularly Taryn Manning's, but often criticized the predictable plot and pacing. Audiences found the thriller elements engaging, though some felt the narrative lacked originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Taryn Manning delivers a compelling performance as a woman pushed to her limits.

  • The film's suspenseful premise is undermined by a conventional and somewhat predictable storyline.

  • While the thriller elements create some tension, the overall execution feels underdeveloped.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews and sentiment is not readily available.

Fun Fact

Director Michael Mohan is also known for his work on the acclaimed Netflix series 'Glow'.

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