High Life
Directed by Claire Denis · 2018 ·
Is High Life worth watching?
Yes. High Life (2018) earns a 71% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (82%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (52%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as High Life: Espacio Profundo High Life: Uma Nova Vida ハイ・ライフ 하이 라이프 太空生活 黑洞迷情 Sự Sống Ngoài Vũ Trụ
Theatrical release Where to watch
- Prime Video
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Where to watch High Life by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Japan | Prime Video, U-NEXT |
| Malaysia | iflix |
| South Korea | Wavve |
| Turkey | TV+, HBO Max |
| United States | Prime Video |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (82/100).
- Audience reception was lukewarm (52%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (77/100).
- Celluloid Score 71% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is High Life worth watching?
Yes — High Life earns a 71% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it.
Celluloid verdict
Claire Denis’ cosmic body-horror drama — Pattinson adrift in space with Juliette Binoche in one of his boldest art-house turns.
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Critics (82%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (52%).
What is High Life about?
Monte and his daughter are the last survivors of a damned and dangerous mission to deep space. The crew—death-row inmates led by a doctor with sinister motives—has vanished. As the mystery of what happened onboard the ship is unraveled, father and daughter must rely on each other to survive as they hurtle toward the oblivion of a black hole.
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High Life: frequently asked questions
Is High Life worth watching?
Yes. High Life (2018) has a Celluloid Score of 71%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch High Life?
In the United States, High Life streams on Prime Video with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Prime Video, U-NEXT in Japan; iflix in Malaysia; Wavve in South Korea; TV+, HBO Max in Turkey. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is High Life?
High Life runs 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).
What is High Life rated?
High Life is rated R in the United States, 18 in the UK, R in Canada, 19 in South Korea and R18+ in Japan. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in High Life?
High Life is directed by Claire Denis and stars Robert Pattinson, Juliette Binoche, Mia Goth, André 3000, Agata Buzek.
What is the Metascore for High Life?
Metacritic's Metascore for High Life is 77 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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