by Arun Bhattarai, Dorottya Zurbó
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The government of Bhutan regularly measures the happiness of its population by sending agents into the Himalayan region. These agents visit even the most remote homes, asking the residents how they are feeling. In this wonderful documentary, we follow happiness agent Amber, who sets off on a mission - also in the hope of finding happiness himself. The film gives an insight into the culture of this fascinating country and features breathtakingly beautiful landscapes. 'AGENT OF HAPPINESS takes us on an impressive journey through Bhutan's world of measuring happiness. A meditative delight that offers subtle insights into the pursuit of inner prosperity.' – Daniela Engler
Arun Bhattarai worked as a television director for five years before becoming a film director and founding his own production company, Sound Pictures. His short film MOUNTAIN MAN (2022) won the Gold Hugo Award in the category “Best Documentary Short” at the Chicago International Film Festival last year. Dorottya Zurbó is a Hungarian university professor and filmmaker. Her first documentary THE NEXT GUARDIAN (2017), which she also directed together with Arun Bhattarai, screened at numerous major festivals. AGENT OF HAPPINESS celebrated its world premiere at this year’s Sundance Film Festival and was nominated for the Grand Jury Prize. AGENT OF HAPPINESS (2024) / THE NEXT GUARDIAN (2017)
