Happy-Go-Lucky (2008 film)
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| Directed by | Mike Leigh |
| Written by | Mike Leigh |
| Produced by | Simon Channing Williams |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Dick Pope |
| Edited by | Jim Clark |
| Music by | Gary Yershon |
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| Distributed by | Momentum Pictures |
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Running time | 118 minutes |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Box office | £11.7 million |
Happy-Go-Lucky is a 2008 British comedy-drama film written and directed by Mike Leigh. The screenplay focuses on a cheerful and optimistic primary school teacher and her relationships with those around her. The film was well received by critics and resulted in a number of awards for Mike Leigh's direction and screenplay, lead actress Sally Hawkins's performance, and Eddie Marsan's performance in a supporting role.
For her performance, Hawkins won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy at the 66th Golden Globe Awards and the Silver Bear for Best Actress.