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This high-rating drama series from Gibson Group follows the interconnecting lives of eight twentysomething characters, one of them dead, as they search for happiness. Dramatic, comic, sexy, surreal, and original, the show also won critical acclaim. An ambitious 'meta' concept is underpinned by strong performances and stylishly-shot Wellington city locations. At the 2005 NZ Screen Awards, Happiness carried away seven awards, including Best Drama, Director (Mark Beesley), and Best Drama Script (David Brechin-Smith).

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A perspective Rachel Davies 28.08.2008

The series follows the interweaving lives of eight fascinating characters - a guilt-ridden ghost (Matthew) who has been run over after cheating on his fiancée, a woman who wins millions in a lottery but still can't get her boyfriend to love ...

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Available to rent or purchase from Aro Video.