This film is able to impress even the most sophisticated viewer. American drama was filmed in 2008. This is the film "Seven Lives." The actors and roles played by them are described in this article.
Plot
The film "Seven Lives" tells the story of a talented engineer Tim Thomas. By the will of fate, he gets into a terrible accident, as a result of which seven innocent people die. Among them is his girlfriend Sarah. Tim is the culprit of the incident: distracted from the road for a couple of seconds, he wanted to send an SMS message, which eventually turned into a tragedy. The main character can not forgive himself, his life is gradually turning into hell. Not a day goes by that Tim does not think about the accident. That is why he decides to save seven other lives. Tim gives up promising work and starts collecting information about the people he wants to help. But all plans collapse when Tim begins to like the girl he needs to save.
The team involved in making the film
- Directed by: Gabriele Muccino.
- Scenario: Grant Niporte.
- Production work: Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, James Lassiter, Will Smith, Steve Tish and others.
- Artists: J. Michael Riva, David F. Klassen, Sharen Davis, Leslie A. Pope.
- Music: Angelo Milli.
- Editor: Hughes Winborn.
- Operator: Philippe Le Surd.
Will Smith
Will Smith played in a large number of famous films. “Seven Lives” is one of them. The acting career of the guy began in 1990, then he played the main role in the famous television series. After his graduation, Will's career began to decline, but he regained his popularity thanks to the filming of the movie "Bad Guys". Since then, the actor has become known to the general public. Repeatedly participated in dubbing cartoons, starred in some films with his son. In the movie "The Seven Genes", Will Smith played the role of Tim Thomas. Currently continues to occupy the position of one of the most sought after and popular actors in Hollywood.
Rosario Dawson
In the movie "Seven Lives" Rosario Dawson played the role of Emily, the girl whom the main character falls in love with. The actress was born in New York. Love for acting began to experience in childhood. Her first television appearance was the Sesame Street children's program. When the actress was about 15 years old, she was noted by professional photographer Larry Clark and famous producer Harmony Corin. Thanks to him, the girl began acting in the film "Kids". And so began her acting career. Rosario starred in both low-budget films and TV shows, and in famous blockbusters.
Woody harrelson
In the movie "Seven Lives" the actors are perfectly matched. The talented Woody Harrelson played Ezra Turner, the first candidate for help, a blind meat seller. The actor was born in Texas, but circumstances forced his family to move to Ohio. He was interested in theater in college, after graduation he received a degree. Gained fame after the role of Woody Boyd in the comedy television series "Cheers". Appeared in several famous films: “The Old Men Can't Be Here”, “Welcome to Zombieland”, “The Hunger Games” and “The Illusion of Deception”.
Michael Or
In the film, he played the brother of the main character Tim, to whom he sacrificed a share of his lung. Born in Maryland, at first he didn’t even think about the actor’s career, all that interested the teenager was football and basketball. After watching the film “The Blues for a Better Life” with Denzel Washington, the guy seriously thought about his career. After graduating from college, he acquired housing and began to fulfill his dreams. Michael attended acting classes and went to all significant auditions. In 1999, he found a place in a theatrical production, and in 2001 the actor began acting in big films. Behind him - shooting in comedies, action films and TV shows.
Barry Pepper
Born in 1970 in Canada. Almost all his youth he traveled with his family. In college, I realized that his calling was to play a movie. He studied acting at a theater studio. The film appears as a friend of the protagonist named Dan. He gained popularity due to the role of a devout sniper in the film “Saving Private Raina” and the prison warden in the drama “The Green Mile”. He played a journalist, a baseball player, engaged in the dubbing of video games and even appeared several times in a music video. The actor received "Golden Raspberry" for the worst supporting role in the film "Battlefield: Earth".
Madison Pettis
Novice actress. Played the daughter of a woman whom Tim helps to escape from her husband. Known for her roles in such series as Hannah Montana and Life with the Boys, as well as in the films Beverly Hills Baby and Game Plan. Currently, Madison Pettis lives in Los Angeles and starred in several situational comedies. In her young years, the girl is already a sought-after actress.
Interesting Facts
- For Grant Niporte, screenwriter of the film, the film is the first work in cinema. Prior to that, he worked only with TV shows.
- On the set of the movie "Seven Lives" actors Rosario Dawson and Will Smith meet for the second time. Previously, they worked on the painting Men in Black 2.
- The original name of the picture is translated from English as "Seven Pounds." This is a reference to Shakespeare's famous play. The plot tells of a major transaction of a merchant and a usurer, whose debts were paid in flesh.
- The film "Seven Lives" is the second collaboration between Gabriel Muchchino and Will Smith. Before that, they met on the set of the drama "Pursuit of Happiness."
- Michael Ely, who plays Ben, was selected for the role by Will Smith himself.
In the film "Seven Lives", the actors realized the director's idea, delightfully playing their roles. It is impossible to remain indifferent while watching this movie.