
The Samaritan
Directed by David Weaver
Produced by H2O Motion Pictures, Middle Child Films Inc.
A dark thriller about redemption and deception, where a paroled con man's attempt at a fresh start is undermined by his criminal past and hidden family secrets.
After twenty years in prison, Foley is finished with the grifter's life. When he meets an elusive young woman named Iris, the possibility of a new start looks real. But his past is proving to be a stubborn companion.
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Questions people ask
Is The Samaritan scary? Yes. More frightening than 82% of films.
Is The Samaritan sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.
Is The Samaritan violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
Does The Samaritan end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.
Is The Samaritan easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
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Cinnamon Score
How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Conventional, and it does not land.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
Ensemble
Everything like The Samaritan, and what each one shares →
Like The Samaritan
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Samaritan
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Samaritan, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Samaritan, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Samaritan, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































