Review of Pay It Forward (2000) by Salim I — 11 Mar 2014

Good concept, but it just lacks something.

This review of Pay It Forward (2000) was written by Salim I on 11 Mar 2014.

Pay It Forward has generally received positive reviews.

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By Kasso M (1) on 05 Apr 2016

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By Pamela V (12) on 07 Jul 2015

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By Kevin M. W (1,682) on 07 Dec 2015

This is one of those heavy-handed liberal message films, but the idea of it won't leave you too quickly as the actors do a pretty good job…

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By Kenr (152) on 20 Jul 2023

Play It Forward: Nice Idea – Poor Execution Hollywood is on display here, sadly in all its shallow glory…

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By Celyn M (1) on 15 Jan 2018

The worst movie I can think of. Way to Sapy…

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By Aaron B (1,506) on 27 Aug 2017

The ending is horrible, but Pay It Forward is worth a viewing based on the outstanding performances alone…

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By Denise P (233) on 10 Aug 2015

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