Good Sam

A cute movie about a reporter trying to find a secret santa type person to the general public. It feels more like a TV movie, but that doesn't detract from the good feeling it gives. An enjoyable easy watch.

It is the clichéd moral of the story: Be a good person. Paying it forward. Doing good to others and expecting nothing in return. It is the same moral platitudes we've all heard of since we were a little kid. This film delivers exactly just that, the trite moral lessons that exist in every religion.

The actress Tiya Sircar's performance in this film is stunning though. She brought alive the image of a cynical news reporter who does not believe in the good deeds of others. Her role in this film is exceedingly relatable, and makes the story more engaging, and makes the moral lessons seem less trite.

Overall, the acting in this film is good. The plot is interesting enough (though somewhat predictable). The moral lessons are a bit cliché. However, this is overall a good watch. 7 Stars!

Many cliches but good story. Acting is good. Is just goes to show everybody leaves a mark on someone's life.

Good Sam is an extremely appealing, unassuming TV movie which doesn't offer any art, but does bring a simple and happy and enjoyable story.

It's not the best acting in the world but it's certainly good enough. It doesn't try to be anything it isn't: it knows it's place as an early evening, TV movie that's easy to watch but leaves you with a glow. A bit like Emily in Paris but with more depth.

The parts are all played competently and I never felt bored or condescended to. Also, unlike me, I watched it all in one go with a cuppa.

If what you want is an enjoyable easy watch for a simple evening, this is your go to film.

A rom com dealing with altruism, benevolence and kindness: that's definitely rare and reinvigorating! But this story is polluted by a careerist who wrongfully credits himself with the paternity of anonymous and generous gifts (well, until then, it's unfortunately a classic) while the probability that the truth will be revealed, sooner or later, one way or another, is close to 100% (there, it's desperately becoming moronic). In my humble opinion, you may consider this movie as a cheap popcorn romantic comedy with a perfectible script and an atmosphere excessively childish.