Happiness

Audience emotional responses for 'Happiness' are dominated by a unique blend of Disturbing and Humor, reflecting its dark comedic and dramatic nature. The film elicits significant Sadness and Melancholy due to its portrayal of lonely, dysfunctional characters desperately seeking connection. Despite the often transgressive and uncomfortable situations, a strong sense of Empathy is felt for the characters' underlying human struggles, while Disgust is also present for some of the more shocking acts. The humor is often derived from the absurdity and awkwardness of these situations, creating a complex emotional experience that is far from conventionally 'happy'.