An Attempt for a Happy Story
An Attempt for a Happy Story

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An Attempt for a Happy Story

2018
Movie
17 min
Macedonian

Story of love and pain through the life of two sisters, Angela and Mihaela. Their fears, hopes and plans grow and crash through the years. Nowadays, childhood simplicity and naivety are lost in the “cruel” world of the grownups.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Dmitry FrolovGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A divorced Moscow IT specialist, unhappy with his life, decides to try and find love again. He embarks on a series of awkward and often disastrous dates, encountering a variety of eccentric women. Through these experiences, he begins to re-evaluate his own perspectives on relationships and happiness.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception, with many critics praising its attempts at genuine emotional resonance and humor, while some found its narrative slightly predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its relatable portrayal of modern dating struggles.

  • Appreciated for its understated humor and earnest lead performance.

  • Some found the plot to be somewhat formulaic and lacking originality.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not widely available or aggregated.

Fun Fact

The film was noted for its relatively low budget, relying on character development and situational comedy rather than elaborate production.

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