Controversial feel-good viral video: Students surprise homeless man

This heart-warming video depicting German students approaching a homeless man and asking to use his bucket has amassed over 6 million views on Youtube. The impromptu scene that ensues is full of the good in the world that we know to exist.

Its simple message is charged with emotion, especially when you get to the end.

But there have been reports that the video was actually made as a marketing tool for the charity be japy e.V. and that the homeless man was in fact an actor. As you can imagine, it has sparked widespread debate on social media platforms as to the intention of the video, and whether or not it is ethical to use the reality of homelessness to create a viral sensation. Especially given that the sensation will make substantial money from the publicity.

What do you think? Is this a good way to highlight the plight of poverty and inspire others to do good, or is it exploitative?

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