Happiness - Criterion Collection Blu-Ray

Directed by Todd Solondz, "Happiness" is a provocative 1998 black comedy that explores the dark and often disturbing aspects of human behavior . Solondz, known for his unflinching and satirical approach to storytelling, crafted a film that challenges viewers' perceptions of normalcy and morality . The film's raw and unsettling narrative, combined with its complex characters, has earned Solondz critical acclaim and a dedicated following.

The film follows the lives of three sistersÑJoy, Trish, and Helen JordanÑand their families as they navigate various personal crises and moral dilemmas . Joy, a struggling musician, becomes involved with a Russian taxi driver, while Trish, a housewife, deals with her son's disturbing behavior . Helen, a successful poet, becomes infatuated with her perverted neighbor . The film delves into themes of loneliness, desperation, and the search for human connection, often blurring the lines between comedy and tragedy .

"Happiness" received several awards, including the FIPRESCI Prize at the 1998 Cannes Film Festival and multiple nominations from the Chicago Film Critics Association and the British Independent Film Awards7 .