The Pursuit of Happyness. Based on a true story, inspiring, wonderful, great performance by Will Smith as a homeless guy who climbs out of an endless series of problems and becomes a stock broker, all the while taking good care of his 4-year-old son, incredibly well played by Will Smith's son, Christopher. The interplay between Smith and his son is amazing, the little kid is a great actor, it will tug at your heartstrings. It's an American Dream sort of story, perfect for the New Year. Critics have said it's predictable and some say it's a little sappy, but my skeptical husband and I both loved it. It's a tear-jerker, but in a good way ;-)
Also (but kids would probably not like this too much), The Queen, another amazing performance from Helen Mirrin as Queen Elizabeth and the reaction of the royal family, Tony Blair, etc., to the death of Princess Diana. Fascinating look at the private life of the monarchy and the influence it has on Britain.
Happy movie-week!
