Analyse af 'The Pursuit of Happyness'

Before – when watching the trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMOBlEcRuw8&t=1s

Questions:

How well did the main character know his father when he was growing up?

Chris' father's absence had a significant impact on his emotional and psychological development, leading to feelings of abandonment and insecurity due to the lack of a stable father figure in his life.

What is the main character struggling with?

Chris' main challenge is the lack of financial resources to provide a better life for himself and his son, despite his determination to succeed. He takes on an unpaid internship, which adds to his financial burden and forces him to resort to sleeping in homeless shelters and train stations. His ultimate goal is to improve his financial situation and create a stable home for his family.

What do you know about Chris’ family situation?

Chris' difficult childhood and strained relationship with his own father have shaped his experiences as a single father raising his young son.

Which words and phrases describe Chris best?

Determined, disciplined, kind but fair.

What do you think is the main idea of this movie?

The movie can inspire viewers to recognize the power of determination and the resilience of the human spirit, as demonstrated by Chris Gardner and his son, and to adopt a similar mindset to achieve their own goals.