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Drama JAFF 2019 · Golden Hanoman Award Editor's Pick

House of Hummingbird Review (2019) — 84% Celluloid Score

Directed by Kim Bora · 2019 ·

Short answer

Is House of Hummingbird worth watching?

Yes. House of Hummingbird (2019) earns an 84% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

84%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

96% Editorial Rating
90% Audience snapshot · excluded
85 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4
7.5 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 15m
Age rating
18A (Canada) · 15 (South Korea) · PG12 (Japan)
Cast
Park Ji-hu , Kim Sae-byuk , Seol Hye-in , Jung In-gi , Lee Seung-yeon , Park Soo-yeon , Son Sang-yeon , Kil Hae-yeon , Kim Mi-hyang , Lee Sun-ju
Streaming
Prime Video
Language
Korean

Also known as 벌새 La casa del colibrí Casa de Beija-Flor はちどり 蜂鸟 我們與愛的距離 Sinek Kuşu Tổ Của Chim Ruồi

Where to watch

  • Prime Video

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Where to watch House of Hummingbird by country

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South Korea Netflix
United States Prime Video

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (96/100).
  • Audiences widely enjoyed it (90%).
  • Metascore signals universal acclaim (85/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4/5).
  • Celluloid Score 84% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick

Not ideal for

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    Is House of Hummingbird worth watching?

    Yes — House of Hummingbird earns an 84% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick. Read our full review (4/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Kim Bora’s Seoul coming-of-age film won Golden Hanoman at JAFF 2019 — a Korean indie that became a regional festival touchstone.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is House of Hummingbird about?

    14-year-old Eun-hee moves through life like a hummingbird searching for a taste of sweetness wherever she may find it. Ignored by her parents and abused by her brother, she finds her escape by roaming the neighborhood with her best friend, going on adventures, and exploring young love.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English House of Hummingbird

    House of Hummingbird (2019) Review: Adolescence in Close-Up

    House of Hummingbird is Kim Bora's patient coming-of-age drama about a 14-year-old girl in 1994 Seoul, observed with rare precision and tenderness.

    Yes, if you have patience for quiet drama. It is a precise, moving portrait of early adolescence that rewards viewers who like small details.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    House of Hummingbird: frequently asked questions

    Is House of Hummingbird worth watching?

    Yes. House of Hummingbird (2019) has a Celluloid Score of 84%, 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 House of Hummingbird?

    In the United States, House of Hummingbird 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: Netflix in South Korea. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is House of Hummingbird?

    House of Hummingbird runs 2 hours 15 minutes (135 minutes).

    What is House of Hummingbird rated?

    House of Hummingbird is rated 18A in Canada, 15 in South Korea and PG12 in Japan. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in House of Hummingbird?

    House of Hummingbird is directed by Kim Bora and stars Park Ji-hu, Kim Sae-byuk, Seol Hye-in, Jung In-gi, Lee Seung-yeon.

    What is the Metascore for House of Hummingbird?

    Metacritic's Metascore for House of Hummingbird is 85 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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