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Director:
Writer (WGA):
Grant Nieporte (written by)
Release Date:
19 December 2008 (USA)
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Tagline:
Seven Names. Seven Strangers. One Secret. more
Plot:
An IRS agent with a fateful secret embarks on an extraordinary journey of redemption by forever changing the lives of seven strangers. full summary | full synopsis
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Awards:
2 wins
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5 nominations
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NewsDesk:
(436 articles)
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Will Smith To Star In “Flowers For Algernon” Remake?
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Will Smith To Star In “Flowers For Algernon” Remake?
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Simply Beautiful
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Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Will Smith | ... | Ben Thomas | |
| Rosario Dawson | ... | Emily Posa | |
| Woody Harrelson | ... | Ezra Turner | |
| Michael Ealy | ... | Ben's Brother | |
| Barry Pepper | ... | Dan | |
| Elpidia Carrillo | ... | Connie Tepos | |
| Robinne Lee | ... | Sarah Jenson | |
| Joe Nunez | ... | Larry (Hotel Owner) | |
| Bill Smitrovich | ... | George Ristuccia | |
| Tim Kelleher | ... | Stewart Goodman | |
| Gina Hecht | ... | Dr. Briar | |
| Andy Milder | ... | George's Doctor | |
| Judyann Elder | ... | Holly Apelgren | |
| Sarah Jane Morris | ... | Susan | |
| Madison Pettis | ... | Connie's Daughter |
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MPAA:
Rated PG-13 for thematic material, some disturbing content and a scene of sensuality.
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Runtime:
123 min
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Aspect Ratio:
2.35 : 1 more
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Certification:
USA:PG-13 (certificate #44265) |
UK:12A |
Ireland:15A |
Australia:M |
South Korea:15 |
Singapore:PG |
Portugal:M/16 |
Switzerland:14 (canton of Geneva) |
Switzerland:14 (canton of Vaud) |
Finland:K-11 |
Norway:11 |
Hong Kong:IIA |
Spain:13 |
Netherlands:12 |
South Africa:13V |
New Zealand:M |
Philippines:PG-13 (MTRCB) |
Sweden:11 |
Taiwan:PG-12 |
Brazil:14 |
Argentina:13 |
France:U |
Czech Republic:12 |
Hungary:16 |
India:A (cinema release) |
Canada:14A (Alberta/Manitoba/Ontario) |
Canada:G (Quebec) |
Canada:PG (British Columbia) |
Germany:12 |
Mexico:B |
Iceland:L
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Director Gabriele Muccino was attracted to the story because it tells of a mysterious personal journey that is, in fact, a true declaration of love. He feels it tells the story of a man consumed by remorse and the pain of having lost a loved one, who finds himself face-to-face with the one thing he expected the least, the opportunity to start again, to live a new life, and that the story is thought-provoking, bold, touching and full of emotion. As such he believes only Will Smith could have been capable of giving the film so much strength.
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Incorrectly regarded as goofs: Jellyfish can live in captivity as long as the tank they are in is round. Round tanks keep the jellyfish from getting trapped in the edges (from which they can't escape without a water current). In the movie, the tank that Will Smith's character uses for the jellyfish is round, so there is no error.
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Quotes:
[first lines]
911 Operator: 911 emergency...
Ben Thomas: I need an ambulance.
911 Operator: I have you at 9212 West Third Street in Los Angeles.
Ben Thomas: That's room number 2.
911 Operator: What's the emergency?
Ben Thomas: There's been a suicide.
911 Operator: Who's the victim?
Ben Thomas: I am.
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911 Operator: 911 emergency...
Ben Thomas: I need an ambulance.
911 Operator: I have you at 9212 West Third Street in Los Angeles.
Ben Thomas: That's room number 2.
911 Operator: What's the emergency?
Ben Thomas: There's been a suicide.
911 Operator: Who's the victim?
Ben Thomas: I am.
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Movie Connections:
Referenced in "Schmidt & Pocher: (#2.9)" (2009)
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Soundtrack:
Que Sera Sera (Whatever Will Be Will Be)
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What was the note taped to the bathroom floor?A Note Regarding Spoilers
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This is the first time I have ever posted. I saw this movie and it made me want to post. IT seems Seven Pounds is getting a lot of negative press and I felt like I need to do my part to let some people know that this movie is SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL! For me, this was a rare movie that stays with you. I found everything about this movie beautiful..the acting, the music, the directing and especially the beautiful story. A story of giving..sacrifice with purpose. I am not the biggest Will Smith fan, but I must say that his performance for me was ASTOUNDING. I felt his pain and was moved by what his character was doing. This is not a easy story to tell in 2hrs and I think they did a really fantastic job. This movie will not be for everyone...it moves slowly and may be confusing..until you figure it out...then the reality of his purpose will crush you emotionally and at the same time it is so beautiful....SWEET PAIN (it did for me anyway)....Seven Pounds is a wonderful movie that will stay with you long into the night and next day.....Thanks