Project Detail

The Look of Happiness

Synopsis

Mina has just arrived in a new city and is looking for somewhere to live. Her search becomes difficult and absurd when an estate agent makes her go through a series of bizarre tests to prove her worth. Mina eventually has to resort to seduction to be awarded a flat.

Details

Year
2002
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
24 mins
Format
Digi Beta
Director
Marianela Maldonado
Producer
Salwa Ba'arne
Editor
Valerio Bonelli
Screenwriter
Marianela Maldonado
Director of Photography
Natasha Braier
Sound
Valerio Bonelli
Principal cast
Lucy Tillett

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Production Status

Production Company

Marianela Maldonado

88c Teignmouth Road
Cricklewood
London NW2 4DY
UK

T 00 44 (0)20 8450 9858

marianelamaldonado@hotmail.com

Sales Company

Marianela Maldonado

88c Teignmouth Road
Cricklewood
London NW2 4DY
UK

T 00 44 (0)20 8450 9858

marianelamaldonado@hotmail.com

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