Seven Pounds News

First Trailer of 'Seven Pounds' Released

September 29, 2008 04:09:56

The first look into Columbia Pictures' "Seven Pounds" is given through the release of its trailer. The drama film once again unites people behind the Oscar-nominated "The Pursuit of Happyness" which are actor Will Smith, director Gabriele Muccino and producers Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, James Lassiter and Steve Tisch.

Telling the story of everyday life, "Seven Pounds" will see Smith playing an IRS agent named Ben Thomas who thinks he ruins his life in mere 7 seconds. As an attempt to make amends, he takes the identity of his younger brother and determines to change the lives of seven people on his list. Twist of story comes in when he falls in love with one of them and his own life is about to change.

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Another Top-Billing Slot for Will Smith

September 07, 2007 04:09:16

One of the top leading actors today in Hollywood, Will Smith once again is set to become the male lead in a movie that will reunite him with the creative team behind "The Pursuit of Happyness."

Variety has brought in report informing that the "Bad Boy" star will topline "Seven Pounds" which "Happyness" helmer Gabriele Muccino has been assigned to direct. Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, James Lassiter, and Steve Tisch are also returning to produce alongside Smith.

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Will Smith Is Attached to Star in "Seven Pounds"

June 05, 2006 03:06:29

Noticed for his excellent acting skills he has displayed throughout his career in film industry, Will Smith has been tapped to star in an upcoming drama titled "Seven Pounds", while also is in talks to produce the film alongside James Lassiter.

Written by Grant Nieporte, the story centers on a man who inadvertently falls in love with a woman while attempting to kill himself.

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