What Happiness Is Supposed To Feel Like
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in the 1920's, African American bar singer Leliah is struggling to deal with her husband's drinking and abuse. Australian new comer Sebastian comes into town hoping to see a different world outside of the racism in his home town. When these two meet up they are faced with a whirlwind of problems to be together.
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