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As a Christian I really wanted to like this film...but I just can't. I'm sure the film's director had the best of intentions, but in the end this is a real bomb. The dialogue was dreadful, and the floating camerawork was extremely annoying. Eric Roberts only had two scenes which barely justified his paycheck. I'm all for quality Christian films, but I'm sorry to say this isn't one of them.

The Unlikely Good Samaritan retells the biblical account of Luke 10:30-37 in a modern day American setting. Done in a simple fashion with a few actors as well as a few familiar settings to any American this modern retelling really does an excellent job of connecting with the viewer. From the first viewing the film really connects us with the lives of various characters who are just trying to make it in this world. The filmography really lends to the storytelling with the use of shaky camera, blurry images, and lighting during appropriate times for dramatic effect. (Though some may find these effects annoying.)

The main draw for this film really comes down to the ability to prick the hearts of the people watching by helping to understand that no one is truly without sinful baggage. Although there are a lot of clichés present that many Christian films contain, they are in no wise overdone, but rather are quite memorable. The concepts of grace, forgiveness, and new beginnings are communicated well. This film is certainly worth a watch even if the pace is slow at times. It is good to remember that it is a simple low budget film.

I enjoyed this movie, it wasn't over done like some Christian movies are. Great story about not judging people by how they look or by their pasts.

The acting was good and the plot moved along.

Interestingly done film, simple story and production. Dealt with many different issues. A little slow but IMO that gives the viewer a chance to ponder what the characters are dealing with. Puts more meaning into Jesus' command to love our neighbor. I liked it but many will not because we are so spoiled on Hollywood extravagantly done creations.

This movie was cool to watch. Teaches the lessons about how much temptations a pastor sees everyday. For example porno vids strip bars. And also problems a preachers wife goes thru . We must help our pastor and family. Must help keep everyone following Christ. The goof is the vehicles gps math wasn't working until he stops at pastors house and it lights up again.