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by Jonathan McKee Rated PG-13 for some language. Directed by Gabriele Muccino Starring Will Smith, Jaden Smith… Jonathan's Rating: Theatre Worthy If Will Smith didn’t prove himself to you in Ali, then he’ll do it with Pursuit of Happyness. Will plays Chris Gardner, a struggling salesman pursuing a life changing goal to work at a successful stock broker firm. Meanwhile, troubles at home leave him taking care of his son with no place to live, and no salary. I loved the film. Will Smith was amazing. And young Jaden chose a great film to launch his career. Will Smith’s character is likable. He has perseverance and integrity. He’s smart and a great people person. You want him to succeed as you take this tough journey with him. Some might think the film was too stressful or sad. I’ll be honest—the film truly did show you the “struggle” that Chris Gardner went through. I was reminded of movies like Cinderella Man. And I might have even needed a few Klennex. The film isn’t exactly a comedy. But it won’t leave you disappointed as you exit the theatre. I think all of us should see this film—it will help you remember to count your blessings. SHOULD KIDS SEE IT? I was happy that I took my 13 year old to the screening. The film depicted real life struggles and gave a glimpse at how poverty can hit the hard working. The film had one use of the f-word (in a humorous way… the kids sees it graffiti’d on a wall and asks what it is), and a few cuss words scattered throughout. Small kids won’t enjoy the film anyway, but it would be great for teenagers and even mature tweens to see. 
Jonathan McKee, president of The Source for Youth Ministry, is the author of numerous
youth ministry books including the brand new Connect: Real Relationships
in a World of Isolation, and the award winning books Do They
Run When They See You Coming? and Getting Students to
Show Up. He speaks and trains at camps, conferences, and
events across North America, and provides free resources for youth workers internationally on his website,
TheSource4YM.com.
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