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Looks and Smiles

6.7(11)19811h 44m1

Thatcherism and the Irish troubles provide the backdrop for this study of Mick, a well-meaning youth in Sheffield, who has, unlike Dickens' Pip, no expectations. Mick lives with his parents, works on his motorbike, looks for work, and every two weeks gets his check from the dole. There are no jobs. His best mate Alan joins the army to fix tanks and is sent to Belfast to quell Catholics. At a disco, Mick meets Karen, who works at a shoe shop and lives with her recently-separated mum. She offers emotional stability and a route to adulthood while Alan pitches the army. What will become of Mick?

  • TMDB

    6.7/10

    11 votes

Status
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Budget
Box office
Language
English

Top billed cast

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Release dates

  • CanadaCA

    • PremiereToronto International Film Festival12 Sept 1981
  • FranceFR

    • PremiereCannes Film Festival14 May 1981
    • Theatrical (limited)9 Sept 1981
  • GermanyDE

    • TV610 Oct 1982
  • GreeceGR

    • PremiereThessaloniki International Film Festival19 Nov 1998

Frequently asked questions

When was Looks and Smiles released?
Looks and Smiles was released on 9 September 1981.
Where can I watch Looks and Smiles online?
Looks and Smiles is available on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel in US. Use the Watch now links in the Where to watch section for official pages.
Is there a Hindi trailer for Looks and Smiles?
No verified Hindi trailer for Looks and Smiles is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
What is the rating of Looks and Smiles?
Looks and Smiles holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 11 votes.
Who directed Looks and Smiles?
Looks and Smiles (1981) was directed by Ken Loach.
How long is Looks and Smiles?
Looks and Smiles runs for 1h 44m.

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