

Chris Pine, star and director of the film "Poolman," is choosing to focus on joy despite receiving harsh reviews for his directorial debut. In a recent podcast, Pine discussed the resilience he's gained from the criticism and emphasized the joy and playfulness inherent in acting. Despite the negative feedback, Pine remains proud of his film and believes in its value. "Poolman" features Pine as a luckless pool technician in Los Angeles who stumbles upon a water heist.