# Happy-Go-Lucky (2008)

> A relentlessly cheerful London primary-school teacher meets irritation, danger, and everyday absurdity with an open-hearted refusal to surrender her joy.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/5580

## Facts

- Runtime: 118 min
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Director: Mike Leigh
- Cast: Sally Hawkins, Eddie Marsan, Alexis Zegerman, Sylvestra Le Touzel, Stanley Townsend, Kate O'Flynn, Caroline Martin, Oliver Maltman
- TMDB rating: 6.6/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1045670/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: mild
- Mood: witty, warm, sincere, lazy sunday, comfort viewing

## Synopsis

A joyful primary school teacher navigates life's ups and downs with an infectious spirit.

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