Good One

The ending of Good One is intentionally ambiguous and unsettling, leaving viewers to ponder the true dynamics between the characters. After the uncomfortable and troubling incident where Matt makes an inappropriate pass at Sam, she cleverly takes matters into her own hands by secretly placing rocks in Matt’s backpack—an act of quiet resistance rather than revenge. When she leaves the hike, she doesn’t tell her father, suggesting she’s trying to process what happened and take control of her situation. At the end, Sam waits in the car for Chris and Matt to arrive, showing her resilience and desire for a moment of independence. Chris, overwhelmed and unsure how to address the situation, offers her the keys as a gesture of solace, but the tension is palpable. The final scene, where Chris takes out a rock—one of many Sam placed in Matt’s backpack—hinting at a potential confrontation or acknowledgment, fades to black. It leaves us questioning whether they will have an honest conversation or simply continue their journey in silence, with the relationship between Chris and Sam strained and uncertain. The film’s title, Good One, underscores the tragic irony: Sam’s quiet strength and perceptiveness stand in stark contrast to Matt’s inappropriate behavior, emphasizing how fragile trust and boundaries can be. The ending compels viewers to reflect on trauma, accountability, and the boundaries of decency, lingering long after the screen goes dark.

Last Updated: June 25, 2025 at 08:44