@@springroll58something I noticed most people have forgotten is being grateful for at least having a job and being able to put food on the table with a roof over there head, despite of how difficult it may be building wealth. I even forget to be grateful for the little things sometimes.
This is, by far, Will Smith's greatest acting role. The range of emotions he goes through is impressive. The fact it is based on a true story is also amazing.
The actors that played the bosses and leaders were amazing in their roles. You can literally see the silent glimpse of joy and appreciation on their faces and on the smiles, while trying to stay professional as they give Chris the good news.
agreed. this movie absolutely nailed their casting.. it’s just so perfect. & not to sound too hyperbolic, but overall i think it has some of the best - yet most subtle - acting in cinema history
I just got word that a company I interviewed with recently is sending me an offer letter and I came here to watch this scene because this is exactly how I’m feeling right now.
Every day, thousands of Americans go through that same range of emotions. Fear of being told no, the relief of hearing the good news, the elation that everything will work out now... Whether it's a new job, marrying the love of your life, welcoming a new child into the world, finding out you've done something others considered impossible.... it's a great feeling, and this mans story should be held up as an example: Yes, life is tough, it will beat you down at times, but if you can stick it out, push through the tough times... your perseverance will pay off.
Not to be that guy, but Americans have it a lot easier than the average person on earth. But I still see so many American youth being oblivious to this and making mountains out of molehills
I had a very similar moment after I opened up business after 5 years going back to school doing my volunteer work doing my part time job and my full-time job while taking care of my disabled father. Just being able to open up shop and having the opportunity to finally sleep normal. And seeing business returns that you control and a reasonable work-life balance finally show up with a clean and safe apartment after moving out of a shithole with rats and cockroaches with a little savings to boot. It really does make you want to cry.
It is the reason why I never watched the movie again. After my son was born, that scene meant so much more to me, and I couldn't bear that scene anymore, nor could I bear the thought of being in such a position.
Yeah it's fucked haha. But the whole movie is a work of art, I think the scene is a good thing to remind you of how bad things could really be. Reminds you why you go to work every day, even if you hate it @@leroystokes8501
That was the hardest scene for me. We saw this in theaters while my wife was pregnant with our first child. As a Bay Area native, the thought of being reduced to hiding out in a BART station bathroom with your son was heartbreaking. I cried real man tears that day.
The real shame of it is that because of that slap, it’s a real possibility that he’ll never be nominated for an Oscar again even if he dominates on the big screen
Will smith is actually an outstanding actor. One of the best of our lifetime. Its a shame that we had to see his personal life and everything manifest the way it did a year ago. Hopefully I can go back to just appreciating his acting one day. His personal life is none of my business.
He can absolutely redeem himself, he just needs to get rid of Jada and publicly own up to his actions. He's got plenty of more time to find genuine happyness.
@@seaniveroni5579 Yes. Do you think assaulting people and then crying about it is acceptable? I realise violence is part of his culture, but it certainly wasn't justified. SMH.
We need to start telling the stories of men and women like Christopher Gardner a whole lot more, our youth are so hopelessly lost and have fallen into darkness.
It goes against the narrative. They prefer young black folk thinkin success is impossible because of the 'evil white man' and become dependent on government... lifetime voters
I second this. It's really hard out there right now and this about all the kids and young adults know. I hope we can enter a new phase soon with everyone just being happier and better taken care of.
@@doronstauber7285he is. It took him a lot of guts and hard work to get where he is now. But he was lucky enough to accomplish his achievements at a time where guts and hard work might have been enough. Now? Even that is usually not enough in this day and age when the next generation are suppressed by a system that doesn’t want them to excel and ensures that they don’t.
The scene that broke me, was the subway bathroom scene!....I was dating my now wife, took her to see this, I had to pretend to go get snacks, I was about to break....lol!
Wait until you get to 20 years. You'll look around and say, "hot damn" and be damned proud of yourself. It's not going to be easy. It's called work for a reason. But enjoy the ride. I know I did.
The call he made before he was told of his hire can clearly show his positive attitude towards his work. This changed my mindset and work ethic. Ever since I’ve added the “thank you” call, I’ve received so many compliments and positive feedback. Sometimes it’s that simple.
100% ive used that in my field of work and people will definitely come back to you or send you referal work. I try once a week to follow up on previous customers
As a 24Y/O M and after watching this movie for at least 10 times today is the first time that i really undertood Chris' feeling of happiness! To everyone in here never lose hope. Long story short, I started the year closing my startup and getting myself and my family into huge debt (we sold everything), I started looking for a job, got 100s of rejections and cried every single night before sleeping, today i received a job offer for my dream role in an amazing company, at the morning i was in tears losing hope! One email changed everything and got me into unmatched happiness!! I was going to give up but my dream job was one email away! Never lose hope fellas, keep trying, learning and your time will come.
Been struggling to find work after losing my job several months back. Right now I feel super down about it I watched this movie again after years since it’s what was on. Honestly my faith in my self has been restored and this movie was exactly what I needed. I’ll keep trying because I’ll get there one day!
It sure is! Thus why I have only watched it once some movies tug at your heart strings and take you through a range of emotions that they are tough to watch again because you know what you’re getting yourself into 😅
I experienced something like this laid off, on 07/13 I was offered a position and I’m making far more money than I imagined. When I got in my car I said a prayer, called my dad and told him I got the job and I cried. God is great!
I showed this movie to my 7th grade class to show the hard reality of gaining a career. Really hit home for many and began to ask about jobs and how to apply. Started a progam and got some with odd jobs at local businesses to have them learn with mentors and grew to better jobs in their junior and senior years.
I would never forget the day that I lost my job at school during pandemic COVID-19. I pray and patience for waiting until the school ever opens again. I work with my dad for tree service, weeding, and landscaping. After two years that I saved my money to find a home. I heard the school is opening again. I began to apply for job opportunity. But it was full and they don’t want new teachers. I was in Southern California. My parents suggested to me that Washington state has a big opportunity. I applied it at King County, Washington. I got the job at school. I am the preschool teacher. I am home. ✏️📓🖍️🧑🏫
To this day, still the one scene of any movie that makes me cry like I've never cried before. It's so damn sad in the best possible way. I love it. That level of exhaustion, that feeling of finally winning. To being able to do all the things you ever thought. That has to be so euphoric. Good for him. An amazing portrayal of what a man, and anyone for that matter, can go through.
The brilliant, arresting, hypnotic performance of this great actor is well supported by camera work, capturing simultaneously the oblivious world of ringing phones, endless chatter, busy movements of suited workers contrasting with the deeply emotional struggle of a man who is about to learn what hard work can achieve. The hiring managers, while happy for him, do not disturb his moment of victory. They shake his hand and leave the man to breathe the well earned victory.
I am 46 years old, spent most of that time fighting to make it to the top In the IT field. I made it, at least in my area. IT Director, top dog in my company, thinking that was happiness. 2 months my wife passed and now I know that work does not bring happiness. Money can facilitate happiness, buy only to the extent that it enables you to enjoy your family. I had that for a wile. It’s gone now, along with my drive to the top. My advice, know why you’re doing it and don’t forsake that for continued success. Work and be successful but do it for a reason and take every opportunity along the way.
Thank you for posting this, I understand that this message comes from a deep part of you, I hope you find relief, and your message can be read by all the people that needs to hear It, thank you!!
I think a lot of people also miss the deeper layer of that scene. Those people are all working citizens. He finally 'fits' in, but while a lot of them are most likely not happy with what they have, Chris had to fight very hard to get in that same position as them.
I just got laid off a month ago, from a job of 20 years, cuz they went bankrupt. Its scary starting over and change can be intimidating. All we can do is keep trying and never give up.
This is one of my favorite scenes of all time from any tv/movie/media. How relatable it is for everyone who has ever been through the struggle and made it out the other side. Tgat something as mundane as a job offer can mean so, so much. Can validate all the hard work, sacrafice, the utter loneliness, and how terrifying that fear of failure can be when failure means you can't eat. To everyone who's experienced this kind of joy, I, too, am happy for you in your success. To those who aren't there yet, stay strong! I'm rootin for you.
I watch this as a kid and went thru this as an adult, & to watch it again from a different perspective gives me a whole new type of appreciation for Will Smiths performance. Until you have experienced this feeling of struggle and uncertainty, you will never understand.
Every person out there who are trying their best everyday to meet ends for their family, for them to always smile, nothing beats that emotion and determination. To everyone out there, we will keep moving forward...
When you have that feeling that you made it and can provide for your family and have the satisfaction of knowing you are valuable and skilled and wanted, it is the ultimate rush of happiness. Inspirational.
Getting back to this. Def needed this. About 6 months away from my masters while working full time. Nowhere near as hard as other people’s lives but the pursuit of happiness is what keeps me present and keeps me enjoying the struggle. Hope this can help someone else. Keep your heads up
I think it's vool that Will looks like an extra when he walks out to the crowd. He's having the most profound life changing moment of his life, after years of struggle, and he's just one of many. If you were one of those people on the sidewalk you might glance over and ask, what's up with that guy, and go about your business. You never know the stories and struggles of those around you.
Him clapping in a sea of people is the most relatable thing. Most of us we're fighting battles in our head that only us know. We suffer victory and defeat all the same ans we are the only once who knew. The crowd around may not understand what the claps are for. But we knew and thats all that matters
Every time I watch this portion, find myself rejuvenated and morale got lifted, remain always fresh as if I am watching this the very first time...and it makes my day. Speechless acting.
As a kid growing up with a single mom I saw her go through every battle to provide and her hard work and strength set the bar for myself. The thing I always give her credit for is never letting me feel any of the struggles she was dealing with. She was always still making me smile even as she was carrying me on the bus while she was going to school to then have to work her full time job after wards. I only hope one day to be the parent she was to me to my own kids.
Kids today all cry about stuff they don't deserve yet feels they entitled to , they don't know what it feels like to be truly happy when your hard work bear fruits..
Wills Smith you made us have tears in eyes….this whole movie….it was you….not one of ur best performance…but it is THE PERFORMANCE….10000 claps and love from India..
cry everytime!! WILL SMITH was so amazing in this role and the ending makes me cry..when he walks by the the Man who is the story with his Son it is truly beyond words.
I just landed my dream job at a global tech company with highest salary of my life in my 30s after internships, countless interviews, rejections, part-time, casual low paying jobs, struggling to pay bills :( I cried so much watching this now :(
Happiness is so fleeting sometimes when everything seems dark and the bad times seem to never end. That’s what makes the good times even better, knowing the pain you’ve had to endure and will be relieved from.
"Hey, Listen. No matter what happens today, you did a fantastic job here....." I heard those words right before I was laid off. That's why this scene was so powerful. I thought he wasn't going to get the job and find some other way. But the movie threw us for a loop. Such a great scene!
This is how I’m feeling at this exact moment. I just paid my house in four years. Four years of tears, having two jobs, missing many things with my children, feeling tired and exhausted all the time. 4 years of not having a day for myself, 4 years of struggle, hardships, not being able to make it to parties, reunions, and many times not even having time to eat. Thank God all mighty
at 2:46, you can see the lead boss's smile on his face and he's so happy for Chris. Someone who really needed the job, and also worked hard for it, got it! :D
This scene after whole movie, completely destroyed me. I'm very emotional person, and actually something similar happened to me, when i got the opportunity to work in a position, which was (and still is) a dream job for me. I hope, everyone will find themself in what they want to do and what fullfills their needs. Because this happyness will change your life and you will be the best worker on that position, because you know you dont want to lose that.
@@adfbi hey man, dont want to be that specific right here... But lets say, that i was doing different job, that my dad wanted me to push into even had the school for it... Then i realized i want to do the job i dreamed as a Kid... And after few attempts i succeeded. Thats it.
It's absolutely great and I wish you a lot of happiness and health,@@Penguinecek :) thanks for the quick reply. I'm on my change journey too: I've quit my last job to pursuit the right job for me! Today I have an interview...I'm a bit nervous.
I’ve been there. That moment is a flood of emotions. You want to jump for joy, kneel down and cry and thank God all at the same time. The immense weight lifted off your shoulders is liberating.
There's not a better feeling in the world than getting hired for a job you worked so hard to obtain. Something about other people showing acknowledgement towards you based on what you're good at and knowing you're gonna get paid doing what you love to do generates a level of euphoria that may very well be unmatched. I have yet to reach that stage. Currently a master's student in software engineering with the hopes of obtaining a full-time position at the end of the program. Fingers crossed.
yeah... I even think the music's kinda corny and all (I get it tho its an emotional moment) but that acting man, like u can really feel his character fighting back those tears. Honestly I think that alone w/out the music is enough to carry the scene's emotional weight. just my opinion tho.
I just found out I didn't get my dream job that I've been training 8 years for. I got to the final 2 candidates, but the company chose the other one. When I got called to say I was in the preferred candidate, I had a moment like this. Just so thankful and it's those fleeting moments of utter joy that carry us through. Gutted I didn't get it but I'll find something else.
Made me remember the day i got a call for a job after several tries and being at my lowest. These moments are blessings and i wish everyone experiences them in life and succeed in their pursuit of happiness.
Lesson: it doesn’t matter if you’re black, white, orange, or purple. Make money for other people, and you will be successful. Justice isn’t blind, but capitalism is.
My favorite part in this movie is when he used his imagination to play with his son in the station so that one of the lowest points in his life wouldn’t be so traumatic for his son
- how proud the managers are of chris as he walks out, they’re all standing there watchihg him thru the glass - when he gives chris back his $5!!! 😥😰😩 that $5 was SUCH a sacrifice for chris, speaking to the MANY he made to make a lasting impression as in intern - when he says “would you like that chris?” like a proud father (which i always saw that particular manager as from day 1 when chris came in with paint & he asks “how has he dressed when you saw him before?”) - chris being so pumped with adrenaline & nerves he can’t pick anything up without shaking/dropping it 🥹 such a powerful few minutes!!! ❤️
I honestly would love to think when he answered his "not as easy" question meant evreything, the internship along with the struggle of being homeless tryna find a life for him and his son
Watching that as a 15 year old I didn't understand, now I'm in my 30s and I'm bawling my eyes out because I know how much being hired really means.
dawg this market rn lmfao
And if it's a good job that's going to pay all your bills and not be behind anymore paying half now half later smh
He was just so happy because of everything he went through to get where he was at. He went through so much. Most people would have given up.
@@springroll58something I noticed most people have forgotten is being grateful for at least having a job and being able to put food on the table with a roof over there head, despite of how difficult it may be building wealth. I even forget to be grateful for the little things sometimes.
Fr thooo
This is, by far, Will Smith's greatest acting role. The range of emotions he goes through is impressive. The fact it is based on a true story is also amazing.
He was robbed of an oscar
And then to think that probably they filmed it multiple times, perhaps with different variations, etcetera.
This and 7 Pounds (also Will Smith movie) are excellent movies.
Definitely. Collateral beauty is another amazing acting job he did.
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The actors that played the bosses and leaders were amazing in their roles. You can literally see the silent glimpse of joy and appreciation on their faces and on the smiles, while trying to stay professional as they give Chris the good news.
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True but literally doesn't need to be used as much as it is in the comments
agreed. this movie absolutely nailed their casting.. it’s just so perfect. & not to sound too hyperbolic, but overall i think it has some of the best - yet most subtle - acting in cinema history
I made ur comment a 1K like 😂😂😂
@@beukenphom3680 dang! How did you do that?
I just got word that a company I interviewed with recently is sending me an offer letter and I came here to watch this scene because this is exactly how I’m feeling right now.
Congrats buddy.
Congratulations man ! You’re gonna do big things
same thing happened to me today and will portrays this feeling perfectly!
Congratulations!
@@wrinthiak3431 thank you so much! It made me realize I was worth more and deserved so much more compared to my previous job.
I just accepted and signed my offer letter after 1.5 years of unemployment!! I felt happy for the first time in a long time.
Congrats buddy
Congratulations!
Same happened with me after 1 year of unemployment
Chúc mừng bạn! From Vietnam!
I've just gone through 1 year of unemployment. Do you have any advice for getting the job?
Every day, thousands of Americans go through that same range of emotions. Fear of being told no, the relief of hearing the good news, the elation that everything will work out now... Whether it's a new job, marrying the love of your life, welcoming a new child into the world, finding out you've done something others considered impossible.... it's a great feeling, and this mans story should be held up as an example: Yes, life is tough, it will beat you down at times, but if you can stick it out, push through the tough times... your perseverance will pay off.
amen to this 👍
All over the world.
people*
Why only in USA ? Say it every person on earth man
Not to be that guy, but Americans have it a lot easier than the average person on earth. But I still see so many American youth being oblivious to this and making mountains out of molehills
He is holding his tears back .. when he said no.. sir it wasn't easy... He ment his struggle for happiness..
No shit
Thanks we got it 😒
I had a very similar moment after I opened up business after 5 years going back to school doing my volunteer work doing my part time job and my full-time job while taking care of my disabled father.
Just being able to open up shop and having the opportunity to finally sleep normal. And seeing business returns that you control and a reasonable work-life balance finally show up with a clean and safe apartment after moving out of a shithole with rats and cockroaches with a little savings to boot. It really does make you want to cry.
I mean who wants to admit their wife has been pumped by their son’s friend? Oh you meant the character.
Thanks for that Sherlock. I didn't actually watch the video, I came straight to the comments.
The bathroom scene gets me..
As a father it gets me straight to the heart!
A real father does everything to keep their kids safe.
Yeah, that scene fucks me up every time
It is the reason why I never watched the movie again. After my son was born, that scene meant so much more to me, and I couldn't bear that scene anymore, nor could I bear the thought of being in such a position.
Yeah it's fucked haha.
But the whole movie is a work of art, I think the scene is a good thing to remind you of how bad things could really be. Reminds you why you go to work every day, even if you hate it
@@leroystokes8501
Absolutely!!
That was the hardest scene for me. We saw this in theaters while my wife was pregnant with our first child. As a Bay Area native, the thought of being reduced to hiding out in a BART station bathroom with your son was heartbreaking. I cried real man tears that day.
How didn't he get an Oscar for this? His acting is next level
He was actually nominated for this role for an Oscar but unfortunately didn’t win 💔
always is
He didn't slap Chris Rock probably.
The real shame of it is that because of that slap, it’s a real possibility that he’ll never be nominated for an Oscar again even if he dominates on the big screen
His best movie, hands down.
Will smith is actually an outstanding actor. One of the best of our lifetime. Its a shame that we had to see his personal life and everything manifest the way it did a year ago. Hopefully I can go back to just appreciating his acting one day. His personal life is none of my business.
He can absolutely redeem himself, he just needs to get rid of Jada and publicly own up to his actions. He's got plenty of more time to find genuine happyness.
He's a violent thug and lucky that charges weren't brought against him.
@@ScratchySlide😂😂😂 really? Smh
@@seaniveroni5579 Yes. Do you think assaulting people and then crying about it is acceptable? I realise violence is part of his culture, but it certainly wasn't justified. SMH.
@@ScratchySlidewhat culture lol? If you call that slap "violence" then you're just a cry baby
We need to start telling the stories of men and women like Christopher Gardner a whole lot more, our youth are so hopelessly lost and have fallen into darkness.
It goes against the narrative. They prefer young black folk thinkin success is impossible because of the 'evil white man' and become dependent on government... lifetime voters
I second this. It's really hard out there right now and this about all the kids and young adults know. I hope we can enter a new phase soon with everyone just being happier and better taken care of.
Chris Gardner is a Superhero.
An Absolute Role Model for all.
Agreed
@@doronstauber7285he is. It took him a lot of guts and hard work to get where he is now. But he was lucky enough to accomplish his achievements at a time where guts and hard work might have been enough. Now? Even that is usually not enough in this day and age when the next generation are suppressed by a system that doesn’t want them to excel and ensures that they don’t.
knowing everything this man went through with his son, life and work made this ending so well deserved I'm balling my eyes out!
The scene that broke me, was the subway bathroom scene!....I was dating my now wife, took her to see this, I had to pretend to go get snacks, I was about to break....lol!
@@stryfetc1471😂👌
I just completed my first week of work at my new job yesterday. I know exactly how this feels. I get my first week’s pay the end of next week. 👏👏👏
Good job. Keep your eyes on the prize and show them what you're good at.
@@bloomingrose966 that’s awesome! How is it going 3 months later?
Wait until you get to 20 years. You'll look around and say, "hot damn" and be damned proud of yourself. It's not going to be easy. It's called work for a reason. But enjoy the ride. I know I did.
@@Rockhound6165 Thanks for that. I needed something to read something like that today. I really appreciate it.
The call he made before he was told of his hire can clearly show his positive attitude towards his work. This changed my mindset and work ethic. Ever since I’ve added the “thank you” call, I’ve received so many compliments and positive feedback. Sometimes it’s that simple.
100% ive used that in my field of work and people will definitely come back to you or send you referal work. I try once a week to follow up on previous customers
As a 24Y/O M and after watching this movie for at least 10 times today is the first time that i really undertood Chris' feeling of happiness! To everyone in here never lose hope.
Long story short, I started the year closing my startup and getting myself and my family into huge debt (we sold everything), I started looking for a job, got 100s of rejections and cried every single night before sleeping, today i received a job offer for my dream role in an amazing company, at the morning i was in tears losing hope! One email changed everything and got me into unmatched happiness!!
I was going to give up but my dream job was one email away! Never lose hope fellas, keep trying, learning and your time will come.
Will smith deserved Oscar for this movie.This is a not just a movie it's an illustration of the journey of the struggling people like us.
That's what I was saying this was his moment this was the moment he should have won his Oscar this movie but I guess they didn't see that
Been struggling to find work after losing my job several months back. Right now I feel super down about it I watched this movie again after years since it’s what was on. Honestly my faith in my self has been restored and this movie was exactly what I needed. I’ll keep trying because I’ll get there one day!
I'm in a similar position with different circumstances. Work towards work again one day at a time. Remember to take care of yourself too.
Both of y’all will find something keep the faith alive - good luck from New York
Waiting for a report back, good luck trooper o7
Just keep going.
Never give up!
The most heart warming film of all time. Thank you Will Smith.
thank you? the man assaulted Chris Rock and humiliated himself in front of the entire world for literally no reason just pure stupidity
He's a violent thug.
It sure is! Thus why I have only watched it once some movies tug at your heart strings and take you through a range of emotions that they are tough to watch again because you know what you’re getting yourself into 😅
I experienced something like this laid off, on 07/13 I was offered a position and I’m making far more money than I imagined. When I got in my car I said a prayer, called my dad and told him I got the job and I cried. God is great!
This movie should be mandatory to show at every elementary school kids need to learn about the pursuit of happiness
When I was in the 3rd grade around the time when this movie was actually airing in theaters. We actually went on a Field trip to go see this movie.
I showed this movie to my 7th grade class to show the hard reality of gaining a career. Really hit home for many and began to ask about jobs and how to apply. Started a progam and got some with odd jobs at local businesses to have them learn with mentors and grew to better jobs in their junior and senior years.
I would never forget the day that I lost my job at school during pandemic COVID-19. I pray and patience for waiting until the school ever opens again. I work with my dad for tree service, weeding, and landscaping. After two years that I saved my money to find a home. I heard the school is opening again. I began to apply for job opportunity. But it was full and they don’t want new teachers. I was in Southern California. My parents suggested to me that Washington state has a big opportunity. I applied it at King County, Washington. I got the job at school. I am the preschool teacher. I am home. ✏️📓🖍️🧑🏫
Awesome 👏🏾. Love this!
I was kicked out in Corona. I'm not going to look for any job for the rest of my life.
To this day, still the one scene of any movie that makes me cry like I've never cried before. It's so damn sad in the best possible way. I love it. That level of exhaustion, that feeling of finally winning. To being able to do all the things you ever thought. That has to be so euphoric.
Good for him. An amazing portrayal of what a man, and anyone for that matter, can go through.
For me it's Forrest Gump when he's reading the letter to Jenny at her grave. Every time it gets me
The fact he didn't win an Oscar for this role is criminal
um he is a criminal. the man assaulted Chris Rock and humiliated himself in front of the entire world for literally no reason just pure stupidity
@@kellymulderino7156 And? What does that have to do with this?
everything @@LuisPerez-5
@@kellymulderino7156 That is not an answer. And it makes no sense to bring it up given the fact this movie came out WAY before that happened.
its all relative as they say @@LuisPerez-5
The brilliant, arresting, hypnotic performance of this great actor is well supported by camera work, capturing simultaneously the oblivious world of ringing phones, endless chatter, busy movements of suited workers contrasting with the deeply emotional struggle of a man who is about to learn what hard work can achieve. The hiring managers, while happy for him, do not disturb his moment of victory. They shake his hand and leave the man to breathe the well earned victory.
And then he throws all that credibility away with one slap.
Thanks Captain Obvious
wtf is this comment lol, did ChatGPT write this? Sick of these weirdo bots from India, stop polluting the internet
I am 46 years old, spent most of that time fighting to make it to the top In the IT field. I made it, at least in my area. IT Director, top dog in my company, thinking that was happiness. 2 months my wife passed and now I know that work does not bring happiness. Money can facilitate happiness, buy only to the extent that it enables you to enjoy your family. I had that for a wile. It’s gone now, along with my drive to the top. My advice, know why you’re doing it and don’t forsake that for continued success. Work and be successful but do it for a reason and take every opportunity along the way.
so sorry man. Really. Well wishes coming to you from ATlanta
Thank you for posting this, I understand that this message comes from a deep part of you, I hope you find relief, and your message can be read by all the people that needs to hear It, thank you!!
God bless you & your wife ❤️
Brilliant direction choice having him submerged in the stream of people at the end. It makes his physical joy really stand out all the more.
I think a lot of people also miss the deeper layer of that scene. Those people are all working citizens. He finally 'fits' in, but while a lot of them are most likely not happy with what they have, Chris had to fight very hard to get in that same position as them.
Only those who have lived this moment in their lives would actually know what that emotion actually means !! Absolute genius !
@@prabhuar1989 Absolutely, 100% true!
I just got laid off a month ago, from a job of 20 years, cuz they went bankrupt. Its scary starting over and change can be intimidating. All we can do is keep trying and never give up.
Hope it worked out !
This is one of my favorite scenes of all time from any tv/movie/media. How relatable it is for everyone who has ever been through the struggle and made it out the other side. Tgat something as mundane as a job offer can mean so, so much. Can validate all the hard work, sacrafice, the utter loneliness, and how terrifying that fear of failure can be when failure means you can't eat. To everyone who's experienced this kind of joy, I, too, am happy for you in your success. To those who aren't there yet, stay strong! I'm rootin for you.
I watch this as a kid and went thru this as an adult, & to watch it again from a different perspective gives me a whole new type of appreciation for Will Smiths performance. Until you have experienced this feeling of struggle and uncertainty, you will never understand.
He should have won an Oscar for this one to.
Chris rock round 2
@@blankblank8642Why😂🙌
he ruined the most important night of his life already
This might be one of the best ends to a movie of all time
Seen it 900 times.... still bawling!
Every person out there who are trying their best everyday to meet ends for their family, for them to always smile, nothing beats that emotion and determination. To everyone out there, we will keep moving forward...
If you're not holding back your tears, you have a lot to learn.
Will Smiths best ever film. Beautiful
too bad he ruined the most important night of his life over some stupid bs
When you have that feeling that you made it and can provide for your family and have the satisfaction of knowing you are valuable and skilled and wanted, it is the ultimate rush of happiness. Inspirational.
Being a 32 this year, have a wife and 1 child, an unemployed, really pulled me of to watch this..
You ok now man? Any update after 7 months?
This scene will make any grown man cry
I love will not only as an amazing actor but as a human too,may God bless him with all the happiness hr deserve.
Getting back to this. Def needed this. About 6 months away from my masters while working full time. Nowhere near as hard as other people’s lives but the pursuit of happiness is what keeps me present and keeps me enjoying the struggle.
Hope this can help someone else. Keep your heads up
I think it's vool that Will looks like an extra when he walks out to the crowd. He's having the most profound life changing moment of his life, after years of struggle, and he's just one of many. If you were one of those people on the sidewalk you might glance over and ask, what's up with that guy, and go about your business. You never know the stories and struggles of those around you.
Him clapping in a sea of people is the most relatable thing. Most of us we're fighting battles in our head that only us know. We suffer victory and defeat all the same ans we are the only once who knew. The crowd around may not understand what the claps are for. But we knew and thats all that matters
Every time I watch this portion, find myself rejuvenated and morale got lifted, remain always fresh as if I am watching this the very first time...and it makes my day. Speechless acting.
The soft piano coming in aa the releave of happyness builds up within him is just beautiful
whenever i watch this scene tears rolls down on my check
😢 yup...me too
Your butt checks
I love how even his celebration is so humble..nothing flashy or extravagant or trying to be cool.
He just experiences simple pure joy
This movie shows that you're gonna go through trials and tribulations. U just gotta keep the faith cause God knows everything
As a kid growing up with a single mom I saw her go through every battle to provide and her hard work and strength set the bar for myself. The thing I always give her credit for is never letting me feel any of the struggles she was dealing with. She was always still making me smile even as she was carrying me on the bus while she was going to school to then have to work her full time job after wards. I only hope one day to be the parent she was to me to my own kids.
Kids today all cry about stuff they don't deserve yet feels they entitled to , they don't know what it feels like to be truly happy when your hard work bear fruits..
Same thing is happening to me, this expression on his face and the feeling of joy is real.
Wills Smith you made us have tears in eyes….this whole movie….it was you….not one of ur best performance…but it is THE PERFORMANCE….10000 claps and love from India..
He shook 3 hands when he walked in but shook 4 when he was walking out
His manager, I presume, was the 4th (the guy who asked him to come into the room) -- he didn't shake his hand on the way in
Never in your life should you stop fighting. Troll Will all you want but he delivered this message in a form no one else could ever. Amazing actor.
This scene makes me cry it's like everything he's worked hard for finally came true for him
cry everytime!! WILL SMITH was so amazing in this role and the ending makes me cry..when he walks by the the Man who is the story with his Son it is truly beyond words.
I just landed my dream job at a global tech company with highest salary of my life in my 30s after internships, countless interviews, rejections, part-time, casual low paying jobs, struggling to pay bills :( I cried so much watching this now :(
Happiness is so fleeting sometimes when everything seems dark and the bad times seem to never end. That’s what makes the good times even better, knowing the pain you’ve had to endure and will be relieved from.
"Hey, Listen. No matter what happens today, you did a fantastic job here....." I heard those words right before I was laid off.
That's why this scene was so powerful. I thought he wasn't going to get the job and find some other way. But the movie threw us for a loop. Such a great scene!
The last scene makes me cry every single time! I know how hard it can be to get a job and the excitement and relief when you get one!! ❤
As a parent this movie hits different
Love that he just couldn't wait to celebrate with his son, great movie about never giving up.
2:46 the tissue box comes out
I can’t watch this without crying. I’m so happy for Chris and proud of Will in this role. One of my idols
This is how I’m feeling at this exact moment. I just paid my house in four years. Four years of tears, having two jobs, missing many things with my children, feeling tired and exhausted all the time. 4 years of not having a day for myself, 4 years of struggle, hardships, not being able to make it to parties, reunions, and many times not even having time to eat. Thank God all mighty
Another recession coming keep fighting bro you got this
In my opinion, no work he’s ever done comes close to this movie. He brought tears to my eyes multiple times.
at 2:46, you can see the lead boss's smile on his face and he's so happy for Chris. Someone who really needed the job, and also worked hard for it, got it! :D
Will Smith’s acting in this scene is one of the all time best. Incredibly delivered!!!
I cannot get through this scene without the tears falling 😢Wonderful movie❤
Exactly how I felt when I finally got my GED at 35 and I finally get to choose my next career
This scene after whole movie, completely destroyed me. I'm very emotional person, and actually something similar happened to me, when i got the opportunity to work in a position, which was (and still is) a dream job for me.
I hope, everyone will find themself in what they want to do and what fullfills their needs. Because this happyness will change your life and you will be the best worker on that position, because you know you dont want to lose that.
hello, I liked your story a lot. What is your job? :) I just got curious to see what makes you feel so fulfilled. All the best
@@adfbi hey man, dont want to be that specific right here... But lets say, that i was doing different job, that my dad wanted me to push into even had the school for it...
Then i realized i want to do the job i dreamed as a Kid... And after few attempts i succeeded. Thats it.
@@adfbi you Can write me email If you want...
It's absolutely great and I wish you a lot of happiness and health,@@Penguinecek :) thanks for the quick reply. I'm on my change journey too: I've quit my last job to pursuit the right job for me! Today I have an interview...I'm a bit nervous.
@@adfbi good luck Buddy... Dont lie to them and dont lie to yourself... Be humble and show your heart there you will succeed!
I’ve been there. That moment is a flood of emotions. You want to jump for joy, kneel down and cry and thank God all at the same time. The immense weight lifted off your shoulders is liberating.
I have a job interview on the 27th I'm praying I get. It would be life changing for me and I hope to finally experience what he felt.
YOU WILL GET IT!!!!! I PRAY TO GOD THAT YOU WILL !
@Mmmkay10 that honestly means so much to me , you have no idea. Thank you 🙏🏾
yo how’d it go?
@theantrules6436 I felt I did horrible...I feel defeated. I just have to wait the next few days to see what happens
@@engitions gl dude hope u make it!
I appreciate them all watching him walk out of the meeting with confidence in his steps.
My old job recently asked me back. I know how he feels. Cant wait to be back with everyone.
There's not a better feeling in the world than getting hired for a job you worked so hard to obtain. Something about other people showing acknowledgement towards you based on what you're good at and knowing you're gonna get paid doing what you love to do generates a level of euphoria that may very well be unmatched.
I have yet to reach that stage. Currently a master's student in software engineering with the hopes of obtaining a full-time position at the end of the program. Fingers crossed.
I tell. When a man cry, he has achieved something gr8 or lost something valuable!
watching both my mom and dad work there asses off to get their jobs/career they have now made me appreciate this movie more.
2:20 I don’t care what you think about will smith but this is good acting.
yeah... I even think the music's kinda corny and all (I get it tho its an emotional moment) but that acting man, like u can really feel his character fighting back those tears. Honestly I think that alone w/out the music is enough to carry the scene's emotional weight. just my opinion tho.
This has to be one of the most uplifting moments in film history. Where theres a will theres a way no pun intended.
Beautiful movie. One of his ultimate best films.
This feeling is heavenly.
That ending every time even if you try you still cry.
I just found out I didn't get my dream job that I've been training 8 years for. I got to the final 2 candidates, but the company chose the other one. When I got called to say I was in the preferred candidate, I had a moment like this. Just so thankful and it's those fleeting moments of utter joy that carry us through. Gutted I didn't get it but I'll find something else.
The build up to this scene makes you feel like YOU got the job😢
One of my favorite films. Can’t believe he didn’t win an Oscar for this performance.
Made me remember the day i got a call for a job after several tries and being at my lowest. These moments are blessings and i wish everyone experiences them in life and succeed in their pursuit of happiness.
Lesson: it doesn’t matter if you’re black, white, orange, or purple. Make money for other people, and you will be successful. Justice isn’t blind, but capitalism is.
When he runs down the steps and start crying and clapping gets me every time.
My favorite part in this movie is when he used his imagination to play with his son in the station so that one of the lowest points in his life wouldn’t be so traumatic for his son
His humbleness is sublime.
More people should look at Life the way Chris does ❤️
Will seems to get emotional in a lot of his movies & in real life.
This film came out 3 years before my dad passed away. The ending is more moving now, years now.
- how proud the managers are of chris as he walks out, they’re all standing there watchihg him thru the glass
- when he gives chris back his $5!!! 😥😰😩 that $5 was SUCH a sacrifice for chris, speaking to the MANY he made to make a lasting impression as in intern
- when he says “would you like that chris?” like a proud father (which i always saw that particular manager as from day 1 when chris came in with paint & he asks “how has he dressed when you saw him before?”)
- chris being so pumped with adrenaline & nerves he can’t pick anything up without shaking/dropping it 🥹
such a powerful few minutes!!! ❤️
I knew Chris personally. I was amongst 3 other directors who hired him back in 1982 at Bear Stearns.
Such an extraordinary human.
That's insane. Can you share any detail about movie vs real life?
I cried like a baby at this scene. 😢
So happy for Chris.
I have a huge job interview tomorrow that will change my life if I get it. Watching for the motivation
Did you get it?
Same here. Got a big one tomorrow and watching for same reason
You got it?
Anyone else come to this video every so often and cry everytime or just me 😭
I honestly would love to think when he answered his "not as easy" question meant evreything, the internship along with the struggle of being homeless tryna find a life for him and his son
Exactly what I was thinking. They just see what happens at work but Chris was going through way worse outside that office building
Grown ass man here who likes to think im tough but i havent even watched the entire movie yet and already cried. Damn this movie got me good
I just love this ending
I come here whenever I feel down and like giving up. Gives me that energy to push through and go after my dreams. Gives me goosebumps everytime ❤🌟