He explains that they seem to be so happy, which is something he aspires to be himself. After their encounter, he takes a look around the area and sees other wealthy stockbrokers. He starts a conversation with him and asks him how he came to his fortune the man tells him that he is in the stockbroker business. One day as Chris is on his way to sell another bone density scanner, he comes across a wealthy man in a bright red sports car. These obstacles eventually lead to his wife leaving him, causing him even more conflict because he now has to care for their son all on his own while still in financial crisis. Throughout these five stages, Chris encounters many barriers that present difficulties that discourage him from providing for his family. As Chris narrates the film, he splits his life up into five stages: riding the bus, being stupid, running, internship, and happiness. Chris has a way with people, and he has the potential to do much more with his life due to his determination and daily grind of providing for his five-year-old …show more content… Chris Gardner experiences many obstacles throughout the plot, but somehow always ends up accomplishing his goals, eventually accomplishing his biggest goal of becoming a stockbroker. Chris is attempting to make a living and provide for his family by selling bone density scanners (similar to an x-ray machine, but with slightly better picture and much more pricey) to doctor’s offices and other medical facilities. Chris Gardner, the main character played by Will Smith, is trying to fulfill the legacy of the American Dream, but his family is in quite the struggle. Directed by Italian director, Gabriele Muccino, and inspired by a true story, The Pursuit of Happyness takes place in the hard streets of San Francisco in the 1980s.
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