Good Person
20 years ago, Park Joon-pil is the son of a mafia boss and Kang Tae-pyung is the son of a police officer. At the department store, while Kang Tae-pyung's dad attempts to arrest Joon-pil's dad, both the small boys become orphans. A fellow police officer takes in Joon-pil as his own son, thinking that the little boy is Tae-Pyung. Tae-pyung, however, is taken into an orphan home. Joon-pil knows he is a criminal's son. 20 years later, Joon-pil is an aspiring young police officer and Tae-pyung is a boxing bum. When Tae-pyung's best friend becomes unfairly murdered, he vows to become a police officer. Two years later, Joon-pil and Tae-pyung finally meet again. Rivals but friends at heart, these two guys learn to forgive the past and embrace the future
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Plot Summary
A successful, but deeply cynical advertising executive, Daniel Wallace, is forced to confront his own life and the superficiality of his work after a near-fatal car accident. He finds an unlikely connection with a compassionate former prostitute named Maria, who helps him to see the world and himself in a new light, challenging his ingrained pessimism and leading him on a path toward redemption and a more meaningful existence.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising Morgan Freeman's performance and the film's emotional depth, while others found the narrative somewhat predictable and sentimental. Audiences generally responded well to the themes of redemption and human connection.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for Morgan Freeman's compelling performance and the film's exploration of personal growth.
- Some critics found the plot to be overly sentimental and conventional.
- Appreciated for its message of hope and the unlikely bond formed between the main characters.
Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's heartfelt message about second chances and the power of human connection. Morgan Freeman's performance was frequently highlighted as a major strength. Some viewers found the story a bit too predictable, but the overall sentiment was positive.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'The Whole Ten Yards' before being changed to 'Good Person'.
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