Review of Happy-Go-Lucky (2008) by Courtney W — 19 Oct 2009

The ending had a pretty good shakabuku moment, but the trip there felt laborious at times.

This review of Happy-Go-Lucky (2008) was written by Courtney W on 19 Oct 2009.

Happy-Go-Lucky has generally received positive reviews.

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