Men of Honor
A stirring, old-fashioned underdog drama that wears its heart on its sleeve, mixing grueling training montages with earnest speeches and a satisfying emotional payoff.
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The Pursuit of Happyness
A heartfelt, often tense struggle that keeps you rooting for a father and son through relentless setbacks toward a hard-won triumph.
About 2006 film by Gabriele Muccino
Genres drama, biographical
Directed by Gabriele Muccino
Written by Steven Conrad
Starring Will Smith, Dan Castellaneta, Jaden Smith, Thandiwe Newton, Adam Baldwin, James Karen, Chris Gardner, Kurt Fuller
Music Andrea Guerra
Runtime 113 min
Country United States
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