User reviews

Beautiful and thought provoking journey through one of the world's last remaining Buddhist kingdoms.

This film touched me so deeply.

I was blown away by the beauty, wisdom, and insight that poured from this story.

We're all on a journey to understand our own happiness more deeply and find out where it comes from, and what to do when it's gone.

Bhutan is a mysterious place that has done an amazing job of preserving its ancient roots and what is truly important to them as a culture.

The team represented the USA and the fast-paced, achievement-oriented nature we struggle to escape from - we all can relate to this.

Watching this film has inspired me to slow down, breath and remember what is truly important in my life. It's so short! Why rush through it.

I expect all the good reviews are associated with this film or its makers in some way.

How can wax poetical about a 60 minute film documenting a fairly unadventurous journey involving 4 middle class Americans who are more interested in making progress than appreciating where they are?

The low point had to be organising a TEDx event in Bhutan. I think that just about sums it up.

This beautiful film checks all the boxes: adventure, travel to an exotic location, physical challenges, drama, team work, conflict, stunning scenery/visuals, an up-close-and-personal glimpse into a unique culture, and most importantly, leaves the viewer asking some important questions about the West's frantic pace of life and what we could learn from the tiny Buddhist country of Bhutan.

You'd think that - after a half century or more of growing awareness about the limitations of American culture - these travelers would have a clue, but only one expresses interest in the culture, others talk about "floating above it," and the one who returns does so to start a marathon. This kind of ignorant condescending western perspective should not be celebrated. Watch the 2025 60 Minutes segment on Bhutan to get a more realistic portrayal. Or, look for Lunana A Yak in the Classroom on prime. And don't spend any money buying this. Just don't think that this documentary has any relationship to the highly evolved, caring culture of Bhutan.

This film is very moving and the cinematography is amazing.. I could watch this film 10 times and see something different... a must see

Friends of the Internet, you have to see this film! Your happiness depends on it!!

This film has it all! I was moved by its beauty, inspired by its message, and deeply impacted by the crew's journey through Bhutan. Can't recommend it more highly!

Such a Beautiful film - really well done. It's especially interesting considering that Bhutan limits the number of tourists each year. It's a big endeavor to go to Bhutan, and I feel I got so much of it through this documentary.

Spectacular film by young Stanford film major. Stunning photograph done by the director himself. The driving forces propelling these young, bright, type A folks is right out there for us to observe. The central question..."how does one live happily?" The Bhutanese say personal contentment. Western religion says help others...not self.???

Beautifully crafted. Before watching this film, I knew very little about Bhutan and Gross National Happiness. Ben has created a visual masterpiece that not only follows the exciting journey of the athletes but also explores the concept of GNH and the values that make Bhutan such a special place.

A beautiful film with gorgeous scenery and information on a country that values "Gross National Happiness" and works to make it happen.