In this 2008 film directed by Mike Leigh, audiences are introduced to Poppy, a spirited and optimistic primary school teacher living in London. Her infectious positivity is tested as she navigates various life challenges, including learning to drive with a particularly grumpy instructor. The film stars Sally Hawkins, whose performance earned her a Silver Bear for Best Actress at the Berlin International Film Festival. Known for its improvisational style, the movie offers a slice-of-life look at the power of maintaining a cheerful outlook. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.