Quick Movie Reviews
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3/4
SIngli6 - wrote on 03/30/2011
An effective and intermittently harrowing film that proves once again that Will Smith sincerely is a brilliant actor. Could have been less heavy-handed, though.
Rating of
3.5/4
PsychoKing1227 - wrote on 08/20/2009
This movie made me cry...no, not cry...it made me weep, sob, and wail like a 10 year old girl who just discovered she's going to be miserable the rest of her life. Yes...that much. The scene in the public train station restroom was nothing short of tear-wrenching. Will Smith is amazing and this movie proves that he has range as well as box-office cred. Highly recommended.
Rating of
2.5/4
goodfellamike - wrote on 10/30/2008
There is forced and often unbelievable sentiment and poor narration to be found (as virtually anything that can go wrong for Will Smith does), but the performances work and the premise of following your dream hits home more often than not. Final Grade: B-
Rating of
3.5/4
serioussir - wrote on 05/20/2008
This is an inspiring and touching story about defying the odds and creating your dream. I loved Smith in this film. The chemistry between him and his real life son was moving. What an amazing story.
Rating of
4/4
trainerboy - wrote on 05/12/2008
Very good movie. A true story about the power of clear intent and commitment to achieve no matter what the odds that may be against you. Also very touching relationship between a father and his son. Another underdog who overcomes but can there be too many movies like this that offer hope to those who believe life may be stacked against them?
Rating of
2.5/4
Allison - wrote on 03/12/2008
Sweet and charming. Not great, but not that bad either.
Rating of
3/4
Chris Kavan - wrote on 02/09/2008
There are some glum moments to go through, buy the payoff is worth it. Will Smith, paired with his son Jaden, makes a nice slice-of-life film. It's this relationship that elevates the film as the emotions are genuine and you can feel it.
