Review of Happenstance (2000) by Roy C — 01 May 2009

A film with a unique and provocative concept, the pacing of which matched well with the light, casual tone of the movie.

This review of Happenstance (2000) was written by Roy C on 01 May 2009.

Happenstance has generally received positive reviews.

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By Suzy C (104) on 30 Mar 2008

Adorable, I LOVE the way it's so varied but everything flows very well and it's not too much. nice cast…

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By Megan L (165) on 27 May 2008

I love how everything seems so insignificant, but has such an impact. and how it is all connected. I just really enjoyed this movie…

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By Stacy S (414) on 10 Jun 2010

Cute movie about love, fate, and coincidence. Audrey Tautou is a great actress, I just wish there was more of her in this film…

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By Sinan K (5) on 14 Mar 2008

Really liked this one - can't wait for the French Film fest coming up next week if there's even one film as good as this…

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