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Feb 12, 2023mrgator rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
We had to watch it on Netflix as the disk was so damaged it was unusable. good movie for me, I was a vagrant ( new term is 'homeless) Film shoes main character as a brilliant, foolish man, living with his girlfriend and their son. He gets…
Dec 12, 2022clevylee rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Superb acting. Wonderful relation between father and son. High stress-anxiety for poorer class finding life-supporting job in capitalist country.
Dec 14, 2021BigThom rated this title 2 out of 5 stars
I was expecting an uplifting, inspiring story. That is not what I watched. 99% of this movie is watching Will Smith’s character deal with one dismal situation after another. Way too depressing and not enough genuine “Happyness” moments…
Dec 06, 2020jerrykung rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Lots of "skipping over damaged area" on this DVD. Didn't really miss major plot points, but it was quite annoying.
Nov 13, 2020ghueyplath58 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
A movie for our times. A reminder that good times and bad times and all times get over...there is hope in that...and we all could use a big helping of that right now. I have been where the main character has been before in my life. I was…
May 26, 2019iloveseaotters rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
This movie is wonderful! I am not a fan of Will Smith, but he was great as the dad. It was very touching to see how much he cared for his son and because a real father and son played the parts, I can just imagine that their chemistry…
May 08, 2019
I did like the movie, but would not recommend getting it from the Chilliwack library, as it skips badly. The worst is when you tell the staff it is scratched, they just put it right back on the shelf. I'm so turned off renting DVD's from…
Mar 23, 2019Caro12 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Though he is smart, it was his drive and perseverance that paid off.
Mar 01, 2019MrsNikki rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
💖 great movie
Jan 17, 2019MzShay00k rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Stellar
Jul 18, 2018
This one is a gem. Watched this on DVD I rented from Blockbuster back in the day and recently re-watched this again on Netflix before they pulled the movie. This true story was just captivating to look at and you have to admire the…
Jan 25, 2018reginator_22 rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
Awesome story!
Nov 29, 2017
DEAR NCPARRISH: I guess if your father IS a stock broker and you (as you apparently do) sit smugly at the top of the `food chain`, then this is a pretty dumb story about an `uppity darkie`. But if you don`t wipe your behind with hundred…
Mar 04, 2017
Amazing performance by Will smith. Not a lot of movies make me cry, but this one did.
Jan 09, 2017Beth1603 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Beyond inspiring. A must-see for anyone to learn the power of perseverance.
Jul 27, 2016TEENREVIEWCREW rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
This movie was very interesting and played with my emotions. I love how it is based off a true story. I have to say this must be one of my favourite movies. This movie shows how much your life can change in an instant. You can be well off…
Jul 15, 2016
I love this movie. Very motivating. Appropriate for mature audiences only though because of the "F" word and lots of yelling and screaming at children and spouses. You don't want your kids to treat their kids or spouses as portrayed in…
Dec 15, 2015swathi_gardas rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Love Love Love the movie.
Nov 04, 2015ncparrish rated this title 2 out of 5 stars
Pretty dumb. About a guy whose "dream" it is to become a stockbroker, of all things. But first he makes a living selling overpriced, unnecessary medical equipment. Finds Jesus, prays, etc. $$$ Will Smith has no skill. Standard garbage,…
Mar 05, 2015
library copy skipped so bad I couldn't watch it
Jul 27, 2014franna rated this title 2.5 out of 5 stars
good story of survival and dedication, but it was just so heartbreaking at the same time i found it hard to watch
May 05, 2014PearlyKayAm1 rated this title 2.5 out of 5 stars
Overrated.
Jun 23, 2013
I decided to own this movie and Every time the road get tough I watch it over and over again. There are lots of good lessons to learn from this movie. The first one is perseverance.
May 30, 2013britprincess1 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Inspirational and tear-jerking but entertaining and attention-holding. Easily one of Will Smith's best. I would definitely recommend it.
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May 14, 2012
i love ny