Angel Amor Posted October 27, 2006 Report Share Posted October 27, 2006 thx miss ashley 4 that. Will must be so proud of what Oprah said about his son preformance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissAshley Posted October 27, 2006 Report Share Posted October 27, 2006 (edited) here's one where he talks a little more about it: Will Smith loves idea of playing Obama October 27, 2006 BY BILL ZWECKER Sun-Times Columnist Are you ready for "Barack Obama: The Movie"? Well, superstar Will Smith made it clear Thursday night that he's more than ready -- and he loves the idea of playing the title role. Arriving for a special Chicago premiere screening of his upcoming film, "The Pursuit of Happyness," Smith admitted the concept of portraying Illinois' junior senator was appealing, "but of course he has to write the third act in a couple of years." Clearly meaning that "third act" would be a run for the White House, Smith added, "There's absolutely going to be a third act and I believe [Obama] is going to be the hero." Not a bad endorsement from a guy who has made quite a career of playing heroes of all kinds the past few years. Besides the premiere at the AMC River East Theatres, Smith was in town Thursday to tape "Oprah," joined by Chicagoan Chris Gardner, the man he portrays in "The Pursuit of Happyness." The film (officially opening Dec. 15) is based on Gardner's amazing journey -- from being a homeless, virtually penniless, single father in San Francisco to a multi-millionaire owner of his own investment firm, headquartered in the Loop. Changed his mind When Gardner first learned Smith was interested in playing him in the film based on his memoirs, the executive admitted he had some reservations. "Honestly, the first thing that went through my mind was, 'I love Will -- I always have. I love his music, his movies, his TV shows,' but I thought Will had never done anything like this. "It was my daughter who broke it down for me. She said, 'Pop, if he can play Muhammad Ali, he can play you!' "And you know what? Will Smith played Chris Gardner better than Chris Gardner!" In the film, Smith's own son Jaden plays Gardner's son, an experience the actor said "has totally given me a new perspective on our relationship as father and son. . . . In the film, there are scenes Jaden looks at me and says things I know were not just acting; I truly believe he meant the things he said as he read those lines. That was magical for me." The younger Gardner, Christopher -- now in his mid-20s and pursuing a career on the business side of the music industry in California -- also was on hand for the Chicago premiere Thursday. Son's shining performance On the red carpet, Smith also said he was delighted that Oprah Winfrey told her audience of her support for the film -- and made a comment at the taping about Jaden's acting that "shocked me as I was sitting there. She said it was the best performance by a young actor that she had seen since Tatum O'Neal in 'Paper Moon,' " said Smith. "I went, 'Whoa! . . . That's my son, and I made the movie so I didn't look at it along those lines. Then I was watching the clips [at "Oprah"] and realized he really is amazing. As much as I'd like to take some credit for it, I can't. He's a natural; something he was blessed with that's beyond me." Asked why he had agreed to make "The Pursuit of Happyness," Smith said, "I loved the story and what it says about family, perseverance, drive and the will to succeed -- especially against seemingly overwhelming odds. There are not many men like Chris Gardner in the world, and it was a role I just knew I had to play." New kind of movie for him Despite the cold, constant showers Thursday night, nearly 200 fans crowded into the AMC Theater complex on East Illinois to greet Smith. The actor didn't disappoint them, making an effort to shake hands, pose for photos, sign autographs and even gave a big hug to one delighted woman who presented him with a large bouquet of flowers. As for the kinds of movies that have made him famous, Smith quipped, "Well, I can't quite jump over robots and aliens as easily as I once could -- though I still think I can do that for a little while longer. But it was nice to make this movie that took me in a totally new direction. "I hope it will make a nice film for families to see together over the holidays." http://www.suntimes.com/news/metro/113727,...stars27.article he's also supposed to be on extra today (probably a short interview) http://extratv.warnerbros.com/ Edited October 27, 2006 by MissAshley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaxFly Posted October 30, 2006 Report Share Posted October 30, 2006 Besides the premiere at the AMC River East Theatres, Smith was in town Thursday to tape "Oprah," joined by Chicagoan Chris Gardner, the man he portrays in "The Pursuit of Happyness." Any idea when this episode will air? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissAshley Posted October 30, 2006 Report Share Posted October 30, 2006 not yet max, not this week, i've checked...probably next Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissAshley Posted November 1, 2006 Report Share Posted November 1, 2006 (edited) there's a third trailer guys! the Japanese version, it's in Japanese and English though, but it shows different scenes: http://www.comingsoon.net/films.php?id=11056 or you can view it here, their poster is a tiny bit different as well http://www.sonypictures.jp/movies/thepursu...ness/index.html Edited November 1, 2006 by MissAshley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Posted November 1, 2006 Report Share Posted November 1, 2006 awesome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Mr K Posted November 1, 2006 Members Report Share Posted November 1, 2006 It just keeps looking better and better! And finally we got to see a little bit from Thandie Newton. Thx Miss Ashley Is there any way to save it in good quality to your hard drive? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viber_91 Posted November 1, 2006 Report Share Posted November 1, 2006 Thanx for that Miss Ashley! It's just getting better and better! Cant wait for this movie! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissAshley Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 even more new production photos guys: http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/1808722062/photo/stills Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viber_91 Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 Thanx for that Miss ashley! How can you find everything before everyone else? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Typhoon20 Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 Thanx for that Miss ashley! How can you find everything before everyone else? She uses some sort of special psychic skills.....I think it's called Google. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandy Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 thank u guys!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willandjada Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 thanks so much...jaden is so cute...there is also a clip under the Trailers/Clips section called "Five Dollars" I think...thanks MissAshley! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissAshley Posted November 3, 2006 Report Share Posted November 3, 2006 (edited) another blog mention: http://www.incontention.com/blog/2006/11/p..._at_the_eg.html Edited November 3, 2006 by MissAshley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members esanchez Posted November 4, 2006 Members Report Share Posted November 4, 2006 My message to the movie: I am really can't wait for the movie to premiere!! I got inspired to it and not just because Will Smith is in it, also the plot. It seems like a sad story and with a happy ending and I got interested. I'm gonna try to read the book first and then watch the movie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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