Synopsis
In this anxious and hectic time, Happy Life explores those unusual outlets that soothe the turmoil of the body and mind. In a meditative journey through these analgesic places, this documentary essay paints a portrait of a society in seek of meaning and relief.
Production :
Colonelle Films
Distribution :
Travelling
Contact :
Music :
Samuel Gougoux
Sound designer :
Marie-Pierre Grenier
Editing :
Amélie Hardy
Cinematographer :
Marie Davignon, Ariel Méthot and Étienne Roussy
Screenplay :
Amélie Hardy
In competition for :
Public Award - Official Competition
Best Documentary Short Film Award
International FIPRESCI Critic’s Award
Jury Prize
Direction
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Amélie HardyFollowing her studies in cinema at UQAM, Amélie directed her first short documentary, Train Hopper, which earned the emerging CBC talent award at the RIDM. She also edited short films that will stand out at Sundance and the Berlinale. While working as a commercial director, Amélie is currently developing various cinematographic projects.