Happiness can be found in the smallest of things

Rating: 8/10 (6 September 2007)

"Pursuit of Happiness" is a true story of one man who climbed his way from rags to richness.
Chris Gardner (Will Smith) is trying to succeed in his life. He has invested all his money to selling an expensive medical machine. Chris is trying to support his family but his job is anything but easy. Chris' life changes suddenly when his girlfriend Linda (Thandie Newton) has finally had enough from their unhappy life. Chris is left to struggle in poverty with his little son (adorable Jaden Christopher Syre Smith). Chris is intelligent and starts to pursuit an internship in an invest-banking corporation. The path is rocky but life has its ways of looking after us...
"Pursuit of Happiness" is based on the real Chris Gardner's same titled novel from his tough experiences. The screenplay consist some great thoughts on important questions. Is happiness just some thing that can't be fully achieved? Are we just pursuing it? The film gives something to ponder on.
Will Smith gives a strong performance as persistent and brilliant Chris. His son Jaden Smith makes a successful introducing role. Thandie Newton is good as a frustrated mother. I have used to see her in more gentler roles so she managed to surprise. Father and son Smith acting together is seamless. Maybe we can expect younger Smith to pursue the acting career in the future.
Enjoyable and gives you an extra positive boost! Two thumbs up!