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Happiness
Feature Film
7.4 / 10

Happiness

"You want. He wants. She wants. But nobody wants what I want."

1998-10-11
140 mins
Comedy, Drama

Narrative Synopsis

The lives of several individuals intertwine as they go about their lives in their own unique ways, engaging in acts which society as a whole might find disturbing in a desperate search for human connection.

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Narrative DNA Intelligence

Pacing

Slow-Burn Atmospheric

Complexity

7 / 10

Ending Impact

Uplifting Closure

Vibe Tone

Emotionally Grounded

Narrative Assessment:

Calculated narrative telemetry highlights notable thematic precision within Comedy. With an established critical baseline of 7.4/10, the plot emphasizes slow-burn atmospheric pacing paired with an ending characterized by uplifting closure.

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Key Personnel & Cast

Jane Adams

Jane Adams

Joy Jordan

Philip Seymour Hoffman

Philip Seymour Hoffman

Allen

Dylan Baker

Dylan Baker

Bill Maplewood

Lara Flynn Boyle

Lara Flynn Boyle

Helen Jordan

Cynthia Stevenson

Cynthia Stevenson

Trish Maplewood

Louise Lasser

Louise Lasser

Mona Jordan

Thematic Neighbours

Favourite Child

Favourite Child

★ 0.0

Bacio

Bacio

★ 0.0

Happy Anniversary

Happy Anniversary

★ 0.0

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Exanimationes Incidamus

★ 0.0

Truth Serum

Truth Serum

★ 2.8

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Happiness emphasizes emotional grounding, nuanced character development, and atmospheric tension over quick sensationalism. Holding an audience consensus score of 7.4/10 over a 140 minutes runtime and centered on the premise "You want. He wants. She wants. But nobody wants what I want.", it stands out as a compelling watch for enthusiasts of the genre.