# The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)

> A struggling salesman risks homelessness while pursuing a demanding stockbroker internship and protecting his young son.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/934

## Facts

- Runtime: 117 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Gabriele Muccino
- Cast: Will Smith, Jaden Smith, Thandiwe Newton, Brian Howe, James Karen, Dan Castellaneta, Kurt Fuller, Takayo Fischer
- TMDB rating: 7.9/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0454921/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: sincere, grounded, tense, inspirational movie night, family drama evening

## Synopsis

A father's relentless pursuit of a better life for his son amidst adversity and homelessness.

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