Sometimes we find hope where we least expect it.|Mar. 23, 2023|Canada|129 Min.|R
Genre: Comedy;Drama
Description: “The Good Person” is a 2023 American drama film written, directed, and produced by Zach Braff. The movie features a star-studded cast including Florence Pugh, Morgan Freeman, Molly Shannon, Chinaza Uche, and Celeste O’Connor. It initially premiered in the United States on March 24, 2023, with a limited theatrical release, followed by a wider expansion on March 31, 2023, distributed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.
The film follows an engaging storyline, though it received mixed reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds a 56% rating based on 95 reviews, with an average score of 5.9/10. Critics described it as “busy, baggy, and schmaltzy,” noting that while it boasts strong performances and good intentions, it falls short of greatness. Metacritic assigned it a weighted average score of 50 out of 100, reflecting “mixed or average reviews.”
Production began in February 2021 when Zach Braff was announced as the writer and director. By March 2021, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer entered negotiations to acquire the film rights in a multimillion-dollar deal. Filming commenced in October 2021, with scenes shot at Columbia High School in Essex County, New Jersey. The film’s production involved a talented ensemble cast and crew, with Braff and Pugh also serving as producers.
At the box office, “The Good Person” grossed $2.1 million domestically and $185,819 internationally, totaling $2.3 million worldwide. During its limited release, it earned $832,007 from 530 theaters, finishing in 12th place. Its wide expansion on March 31 saw it earn $510,210 across 687 theaters, landing in 14th place.
Overall, “The Good Person” is a well-intentioned drama with notable performances, though it struggled to make a significant impact among critics and audiences alike.
Cast director: Zach Braff
Cast actor: Florence Pugh, Morgan Freeman, Molly Shannon, Celeste O’Connor, Zoe Lister-Jones, Chinaza Uche, Toby Onwumere, Nichelle Hines, Ignacio Diaz-Silverio, Oli Green
Original name: A Good Person