Set against the backdrop of Thatcherism and the Irish troubles, the film follows Mick, a young man from Sheffield, as he navigates a bleak job market and a uncertain future. With no clear path forward, Mick must choose between the stability offered by his relationship with Karen, a young woman who has also experienced loss, and the sense of purpose that his friend Alan finds in the army.
Looks and Smiles
In a bleak 1980s Britain, two young friends, Mick and Alan, struggle to find their place in the world after leaving school, confronting harsh realities amidst a backdrop of economic turmoil.
