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Aren't You Happy?
A girl roams through the city looking for a place to sleep. Along the way she meets young mothers who celebrate motherhood religiously, goes home with an abstinent existentialist for whom sex is “just another market”, and waits for the end of capitalism in a drag bar. Her attempt to write a book doesn’t make it beyond the first sentence of the second chapter, and she finds no space between art galleries, yoga studios and the beds of strangers. Instead of trying to fit in, she starts regarding her depression as a political issue.
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Plot Summary
A young couple in their late twenties faces the disillusionment of everyday life and the pressure to conform to societal expectations. As their relationship strains under the weight of their unrealized dreams and the mundane realities of adulthood, they grapple with questions of happiness, commitment, and the true meaning of success.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its sensitive portrayal of modern relationships and the performances of its lead actors. However, some found the narrative to be somewhat predictable and lacking in significant dramatic tension.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its realistic depiction of relationship struggles.
Noted for strong performances from the main cast.
Some found the plot to be underdeveloped.
Google audience: Audience reception information is not widely available.
Fun Fact
The film was an official selection at the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival in 2019.
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