Fairways to Happiness

Doug Morrione has done us a great service by bringing to the screen a snapshot of life in Dubai, as the film explores what happiness means to a diverse group of individuals. The inclusion of experts in education and in science, such as Dr. Martin Seligman and his theories of positive psychology, provide balance to Eugene's goal of mastering his score on the golf course.

An added bonus was the beautiful photography of the area as well as some insight in the day-to-day life of ex-pats living in a "borrowed" land. The film is both timely and appropriate---as well as amusing!--for the times in which we live.

I found myself reviewing my own thoughts on happiness. Thought provoking, humorous, well done. The filmography and all those serial shots so well done. All in all I really enjoyed the film and probably learned a few more golf term words. That interviewee definitely has a good outlook on life and his golf game.

The film was very well done and director Douglas Morrione does a really nice job weaving together his personal experience with the expertise and insights of others around the idea of finding happiness. The film depicts many perspectives from around the world with a common thread centered around life in Dubai, UAE. Covering heavy topics around what brings us happiness in life, what it means to pursue said happiness, with lots of comic relief found on the golf course. Definitely a thought provoking must watch documentary.

Wonderful people, scenery, bits of insight, and moments to laugh. Don't need to be a golfer to enjoy, but it sure was fun sitting next to one through this showing in Maine!

Fairways to happiness is a film with a very creative narrative. I loved the use of golf as an analogy of life, with its ups and downs, challenges and rewards, sometimes alone, sometimes in company. The photography is beautiful, with contrasting views of cities and nature. The melody is very nice and a perfect complement to the different scenes. This film truly inspires reflection, and invites to see life through other peoples eyes and perspectives. I really enjoyed it and would see it again. I strongly recommend it if you like philosofic films, if you are a golf player, or simply want to spend a happy moment.