Pay It Forward
January 2000
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Jeff Strickler
Spacey and Hunt create interestingly layered characters who are hiding parts of themselves from themselves. And come Oscar time, Osment once again may be saying, 'I see tuxedoed people.'
Rick Groen
Less a worthy achievement than a nice try.
Peter Rainer
With its smorgasbord of moralizings, Pay It Forward is a confusing welter of sentiment.
Peter Travers
Not since Gump has there been such a pandering, faux-virtuous package of populist pap for Hollywood to shove in the faces of electioneering politicos and say: Look, we don't just market unwholesome swill to families, we market wholesome swill, too.
Paul Tatara
Has to be the most oppressive 'feel good' picture in movie history.
Jay Carr
It's carried to an amazing degree by its performances.
Critic reviews
Jeff Strickler
Spacey and Hunt create interestingly layered characters who are hiding parts of themselves from themselves. And come Oscar time, Osment once again may be saying, 'I see tuxedoed people.'
Peter Rainer
With its smorgasbord of moralizings, Pay It Forward is a confusing welter of sentiment.
Peter Travers
Not since Gump has there been such a pandering, faux-virtuous package of populist pap for Hollywood to shove in the faces of electioneering politicos and say: Look, we don't just market unwholesome swill to families, we market wholesome swill, too.
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Love it I had to watch it back in high school. This movie i will never forget. Powerful message. I've watched it about 3 times
Inspiring Not a comedy but an unforgettable story with lasting effects on one's heart.
Soo incredible! Amazing film. Original story of a hero, great message. But definitely not a comedy. Who decided this was a comedy?

Really touching! I gave this film 5 stars because it's one that really tugs on the heat strings. Very emotional because it makes you step back and realize what life should be about and really how we should all be willing to step outside of ourselves and help our fellow man. It's just sad that it took a child to do what we adults should be teaching them. This movie really makes you think! :-)
Wth?? Wht the hell is this under comedy?? But I love this movie, fortunately I own it!!!! Yayyyyy me
Amazing Not a comedy ? But still a beautiful movie, really changes your views on life. All actors did a great job btw.
Cast and credits
Actors | Kevin Spacey, Helen Hunt, Haley Joel Osment, Jay Mohr, James Caviezel, Jon Bon Jovi, Angie Dickinson |
Producers | Steven Reuther, Peter Abrams, Robert L. Levy |
Director | Mimi Leder |
Writers | Leslie Dixon |
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Audio language
English (Stereo)
Rental period
Start within 30 days, finish within 48 hours.
Run time
118 minutes
Rating
PG-13
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