The Samaritan (I) (2012)

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.

Director:

David Weaver

Writers:

Elan Mastai (screenplay), David Weaver (screenplay)

Stars:

Samuel L. Jackson, Luke Kirby, Ruth Negga

3 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Samuel L. Jackson	...	Foley
Luke Kirby	...	Ethan
Ruth Negga	...	Iris
Alan C. Peterson	...	Miro (as A.C. Peterson)
Gil Bellows	...	Bartender Bill
Aaron Poole	...	Jake
Tom McCamus	...	Deacon
Martha Burns	...	Gretchen
Deborah Kara Unger	...	Helena
Tom Wilkinson	...	Xavier
Rob Archer	...	Vernon Hicks
Diana Leblanc	...	Celia
Rufus Crawford	...	Construction Foreman
Andrew Butcher	...	Construction Worker
Frank Moore	...	Walker

Storyline

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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Plot Keywords:

prison | grifter | blackmail | incest | revenge | 

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Taglines:

You've got to know a secret to tell a secret.

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Genres:

Crime | Drama | Thriller

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for strong violence, language, some sexuality and drug use

Details

Official Sites:

Official site Official site [jp]

Country:

Canada

Language:

English

Release Date:

20 April 2012 (UK)

Also Known As:

Der Samariter - Tödliches Finale

Filming Locations:

Havana, Cuba

Box Office

Budget:

$12,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$1,744 (USA) (18 May 2012)

Gross:

$1,744 (USA) (18 May 2012)

Company Credits

Production Co:

H2O Motion Pictures, 2262730 Ontario, Middle Child Films Inc.

Technical Specs

Runtime:

90 min

Sound Mix:

Stereo Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Did You Know?

Quotes

Foley: [Handing Ethan his gun] If he's touched her, kill yourself.

User Reviews

Very good film noir

Samuel Jackson, executive producer, takes a big gamble with this movie because of its genre: film noir. These movies aren't made anymore. At one time they were prominent with stars like Barbara Stanwyck, Jimmy Cagney, Humphrey Bogart. The bad girl, the man she strings along, the steal, the con. Film noir is one of my favorite genres and I'm sorry that we don't have the pleasure of seeing them like we did.

This is an indy film, and will probably be released to the art houses. It's a good movie. Smart script, good acting. Twists and turns and a major surprise about mid-way that may make you stop the tape, walk away take a breath, come back and continue watching. I saw this video on demand. Jackson gives a worthy Oscar-rated performance, but I doubt since this is an indy movie and won't be seen by many he will get it. The main female actress, Ruth Negga, is a standout as the lost soul who gets used by man after man and finally with the help of the con Foley (Jackson) gets a second chance in life.