No Good Deed (2002)
No Good Deed (2002)
Directed by: Bob Rafelson
Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Milla Jovovich, Stellan Skarsgård, Kate del Castillo
Genre: Thriller / Crime / Drama
Runtime: 96 minutes
Overview
No Good Deed follows Terri Mulligan (Milla Jovovich), a woman whose chance encounter with a seemingly charming man, Carl (Samuel L. Jackson), turns into a dangerous nightmare. What starts as a kind gesture escalates into a tense, psychological game of cat and mouse, as Terri must navigate manipulation, deception, and life-threatening danger to survive.
Highlights
Samuel L. Jackson delivers a chilling performance, blending charm with cold menace, making Carl a memorable and unpredictable antagonist.
Milla Jovovich provides a strong, compelling portrayal of a woman forced to confront danger and assert her resilience.
Tense, edge-of-your-seat sequences:
The initial encounter and buildup — deceptively calm but unsettling.
High-stakes confrontations in Terri’s apartment — claustrophobic and intense.
The climactic showdown — suspenseful and satisfying.
Themes of trust, deception, survival, and personal courage drive the story, highlighting the dangers hidden behind ordinary interactions.
VerdictNo Good Deed is a gripping, taut thriller that keeps viewers on edge from start to finish. Strong performances from Jackson and Jovovich elevate the tension, making it a memorable psychological crime drama.
Rating: 6.7/10
