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They bought a school bus on Craigslist and called it happiness. Spoiler: the dog has opinions.
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Expedition Happiness (2017)

wanderlust-coreDIY chaosvanlife before it was basic

Overview

Documentary

A German couple and their dog travel across North America in a school bus searching for a state of pure bliss.

Flag of DEDEGerman
Content warning
travelschool busroadtripunscriptedsearching for happiness

Standout Aspects

Cinematography

Drone shots so gorgeous you'll ignore the relationship cracks.

Editing

Self-directed coupledom: fascinating, slightly cursed meta-choice.

Best for:Solo: Sunday morning existential crisis fuel with coffee.·Background: Pretty landscapes while you doomscroll Zillow cabins.·Rewatch: Post-breakup 'should we have done this?' spirals.
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Director

Felix Starck

ReleasedMay 4, 2017
Runtime1h 35m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacesteady
Intensitylow
Tonemixed
Feelmedium
Felix Starck Productions

Top Cast

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Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Cultural

Released peak 'vanlife' Instagram era (2017), this predates the aesthetic's commercialization — making its raw DIY quality feel almost archival now.

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EXPEDITION HAPPINESS Trailer

EXPEDITION HAPPINESS Trailer

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