The Pursuit of Happyness

Run Time: 1h 57m
Release Date: 15 December 2006
Cast: Will Smith, Jaden Smith, Thandiwe Newton, Brian Howe, James Karen, Dan Castellaneta, Kurt Fuller, Takayo Fischer
Director: Gabriele Muccino
Writer: Steve Conrad
Genres: Drama, Based on Real Life, Social Issues
Maturity Rating: 13+
language, mature themes, tobacco use
Languages Available: Hindi, English, European Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Spanish, Turkish
Available On: Netflix

I Main Cast

I Plot Line

"The Pursuit of Happyness," a gripping movie, is based on a true story. It starts with Chris Gardner's journey as a committed and agonizing salesman who faces numerous challenges while trying to sell medical equipment that is hard to market to provide his son with a better life.
Chris can't sell enough devices to sustain his family after he spends his life money on a portable bone density analyzer. Chris's wife, Linda, leaves him after their financial position deteriorates, leaving him to take care of their son by himself. Chris is still committed to building a brighter future for his son and himself. In the hopes of landing a paid position, he accepts an unpaid internship with a prominent brokerage firm.
Chris struggles to make ends meet and is rejected, but he doesn't give up. Chris shows the power of persistence and perseverance in the face of homelessness, a troubled marriage, and financial issues by never giving up with a smile.
This touching story serves as a gentle reminder to pursue happiness despite adversity and never give up on our dreams.
You will cry during this touching and amazing journey.

An enduring work that will inspire joy and bravery in you, especially if you are going through a difficult moment.

I Good Points

The inspirational plot of this film, which uplifts the spirits of both children and the younger generation, is its greatest and most important feature. Will Smith was nominated for an Academy Award in the category of Best Actor for his performance as Chris Gardener. "The Pursuit of Happyness" has received accolades for portraying the difficulties of homelessness and poverty and realistically chasing the American Dream.

I Bad Points

The story's overall impact is diminished when we discuss other supporting characters, such as Chris's wife, who are given less development. Given that these stages occur in practically everyone's life, some viewers find the film unduly sentimental or melodramatic, even though many like its emotional impact. The movie spends too much time on Gardner's willpower and not enough time on larger social concerns.