Confessions of a Good Samaritan

Confessions of a Good Samaritan was well-received in its world premiere at the SXSW Film Festival. Penny Lane takes us on circuitous journey through her decision to make an altruistic kidney donation to a stranger. She explores the nature of altruism in a humorous and revealing manner. Strangely, the journey seems a bit self-absorbed as she tries to explain and justify her own altruistic behavior. Her actions are laudable and selfless even as she seems deeply neurotic and insecure about what she is doing and why. Still, the documentary is entertaining and engaging. It would be a useful supplement for Philosophy classes on Ethics. Recommended for those interested in reflecting on the nature of self and selflessness.