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UNITED STATES · 2006

The Pursuit of Happyness

Gabriele Muccino
single parenthood rags to riches homelessness father-son relationship perseverance
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Synopsis

A struggling salesman takes custody of his son as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional career.

Year2006
CountryUnited States
DirectorGabriele Muccino
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