If you’re spending the week of Thanksgiving in the Urbana-Champaign area, then you should be thankful for the Boardman’s Art Theatre for they are screening the beyond delightful film Happy-Go-Lucky until December 4th. The movie has received raving reviews from all the critics, and was one of the main attractions at the Toronto Film Festival.
Hailing from the United Kingdom, Happy-Go-Lucky is directed and stars people that Americans wouldn’t really know much about. Mike Leigh? Sally Hawkins? Ring any bells? If they do, then you are much wiser than me when it comes to foreign films. It tells the story of Poppy, a 30-year-old school teacher who is full of life and enthusiasm for new experiences. We follow the day-to-day routine of the character as she’s confronted with things that may break her optimism, but she seems to be able to take everything in stride. There’s much to be happy about during the holiday season, but if you don’t have much to be happy for, you can learn a little something from Poppy. Happy Thanksgiving!
Landon Cassman: Through boredom and pure enjoyment I find myself always involved in either film or music related endeavors. This is one of them.
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Through boredom and pure enjoyment I find myself always involved in either film or music related endeavors. This is one of them.