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Amber is one of the many agents working for the Bhutanese government to measure people’s happiness levels among the remote Himalayan mountains. But will he find his own along the way? Agent of Happiness offers a unique take on the notoriously exoticized Bhutan and its unusual happiness policy. We follow Amber as he investigates various expressions of contentment across different households and lifestyles while navigating his own struggle as a Nepali minority. The holistic philosophy at the heart of the survey he conducts challenges the conventional metrics of fulfillment and success, often provoking some deeper soul-searching. The filmmakers elegantly capture many tender moments between Amber and his interlocutors, as well as some very revealing conversations filled with unflinching honesty and quiet wisdom. Through its carefully crafted narrative, the film resonates as a heartfelt exploration of happiness in the face of adversity. As Amber grapples with societal disparities and personal roadblocks while searching for love, this story becomes a beautifully realized reminder to count our blessings.

  • Year
    2024
  • Runtime
    94 minutes
  • Language
    Dzongkha, Nepali
  • Country
    Bhutan, Hungary
  • Director
    Arun Bhattarai, Dorottya Zurbó
  • Producer
    Noémi Veronika Szakonyi, Máté Artur Vincze, Arun Bhattarai
  • Cinematographer
    Arun Bhattarai