What might be the feelings of Christopher – Gardner’s son when he had no place to live the other night?
Upset, tiring, exciting ... you name it!
Gardner was doing everything he could to earn some money. What does this action tell about this person?
He's full of potential and determination
What did he buy after he got the money and for what purpose?
He bought the light to fix his broken bone density scanner.
Why was Gardner called to the office after the internship period?
Because he was chosen among the interns to become an official staff of the company.
After repairing and selling the last bone scanner, what was the first thing he did?
The first thing he did is hire a hotel room for him and his son.
Answer 1 detailed question from the other team
Good luck!
What did Gardner do to get money?
He donated his blood for money
Do you think Gardner deserved to take the position more than anyone else? Explain why.
Why not?
What does not stay true to the real life story?
Little Christ is not 19 month-old. His internship gets paid nothing, etc.
Why did the screenwriters change the story?
the story told by the movie is more dramatic than the true story. It’s much harder to dramatize Mr. Gardner’s decision to GO THE OTHER WAY.
What's interesting about the name of the movie?
Happyness with an "y"
Answer 1 critical thinking question from the other team
You rock it!
Why is "happyness" spelled with an "y" in the movie?
It's in the name of his son's Daycare center. Y could mean "you"
There is something not quite realistic about what’s shown in the movie. What is it?
Too many stressful tasks at the same time (study for broker's exam, take care of his son, intern for no money, etc)