Review of Happy Times (2000) by Amr M — 10 Jun 2010

Absolutely wonderful bittersweet drama from Zhang.

This review of Happy Times (2000) was written by Amr M on 10 Jun 2010.

Happy Times has generally received positive reviews.

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By Private U (13,627) on 03 Feb 2008

One of the saddest comedies you'll ever see…

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By Yuri P (15) on 28 Feb 2009

A great film about the human heart. Though not as happy as the title suggests…

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By Aaron C (1,257) on 24 Nov 2010

It is funny enough to ridiculous a thing called love. No matter how hard you try, you'll end up screwing up everything…

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By Justin S (1,191) on 02 Oct 2009

I know modern Chinese cinema has a penchant for some sad stories, but damn…

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By Cody B (326) on 09 Jul 2007

How very random this movie is! It just flowed, and really wasn't all that bad! Sad story, with strange humor…

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By Omar A (385) on 27 Jun 2014

Muy linda historia, simple y divertida. Super recomendada…

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By Kieran T (255) on 20 Apr 2009

WOW. Zhang Yimou is a God. Roger Ebert is a Cunt…

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By Wendy C (172) on 08 Oct 2007

I loved this movie. A touching story with both humour and sadness. I must admit I cried my eyes out at the end…

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By Chris M (3,023) on 31 Mar 2008

I saw this movie on the IFC theater a long time ago…

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By Miranda G (66) on 19 Jun 2007

I didn't cry. I thought it was a great blend…

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