Join us on second Sundays from January through May for our Winter Film Series. Each month we will screen a different film or documentary chosen by a librarian. After each screening, stay for discussion where we’ll explore the film’s themes, context, and relevance. Whether you're a cinephile, a curious mind, or simply looking for a cozy afternoon with good conversation, all are welcome!

This month we're screening: Agent of Happiness

Agent of Happiness is a 2024 documentary film directed by Arun Bhattarai and Dorottya Zurbó. It follows Bhutanese government officials, Amber Kumar Gurung and Guna Raj Kuikel, as they travel through the country to measure people's happiness levels, which are then used to calculate the Gross National Happiness score.Along the way we meet Bhutan's everyday people, such as a transgender bar singer, a wealthy farmer and his three wives, a teenage girl who worries about her mother's alcoholism, or a recent widower who finds solace in religion. Through them we get a glimpse into the Bhutanese society and their views on happiness in face of adversity. We also explore Amber's dreams and ambitions, primarily among them the dream of finding love.