Four Movies with Will Smith
Will Smith
has been a staple of American movie entertainment for nearly twenty years. His
easy charm and fun characters consistently win over viewers and rake in
blockbuster dollars. He’s ready to ride again in After Earth, which arrives in theaters this week. Here’s a look at
some of my favorite entries from Will Smith’s career that I would recommend to
ClearPlay viewers.
Independence Day
Independence Day established Will Smith as a big
screen icon, his first blockbuster after making the leap from the TV Sitcom The Fresh
Prince of Bel-Air. The film is a fun
alien invasion movie with big effects and, yes, a few turn-off-your-brain
moments. Will Smith’s performance showcased his charisma, comedic timing, and
trademark swagger, capturing audiences worldwide and launching his career into
the stratosphere.
Men In Black
Men In Black is another great showcase for Smith,
pairing him with the venerable Tommy Lee Jones in a quirky sci-fi flick about a
secret squad that polices aliens living on earth. It’s a fun take on the buddy
cop genre that has plenty of action, laughs, and a host of nutty aliens to keep
things interesting.
I Am Legend
A challenge
for any actor is to perform a role without any other humans to play off of. I Am Legend is to Will Smith what Castaway was to Tom Hanks. Will plays
Robert Neville, a scientist stranded alone in a city brimming with mindless,
ravenous zombies. While he does have a dog to keep him company and not just a
volleyball, the sense of isolation and loneliness come through loud and clear.
This excellent film has scares and surprises without a lot of the gratuitous
gore that often accompanies a zombie flick.
The Pursuit of Happyness
The Pursuit of Happyness shows off Will’s acting chops. He
turns in a riveting performance as a down-on-his-luck dad trying to do right by
his son and start a new career. This film is a far cry from the action movies
he is known for, but this memorable drama will prove to any doubters that, yes,
Will Smith can act without explosions and gunfire. Bring along ClearPlay to clean up a few swear
words and you’ve got a wonderful, inspiring story.
Happy Will
Smithing!
Brian Fuller
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