House of the Seasons
House of the Seasons

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House of the Seasons

2024
Movie
121 min
Korean

It’s summer, and the whole Kim family has gathered in Daegu for the ancestral rites. This includes Seong-jin, the eldest grandson of the family, whose father has taken on the family business: a tofu factory. After the rites, family tensions start to rise and Seong-jin drops the bombshell that he won’t be taking on the family business.

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IMDb8.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic85/100
Google Users90%
Director: Ava DuVernayGenres: Drama, Fantasy, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a world where seasons are dictated by ancient, magical beings, a young woman discovers she has the ability to influence their cycle. When a mysterious blight begins to wither the land, she must embark on a perilous journey to understand her powers and confront the darkness threatening to plunge the world into eternal winter. Along the way, she encounters enigmatic guardians and unearths long-buried secrets about the origins of the seasons.

Critical Reception

Early buzz for 'House of the Seasons' has been overwhelmingly positive, with critics praising its stunning visuals, ambitious storytelling, and strong performances, particularly from its lead cast. The film is being hailed as a potential fantasy epic with a unique premise and a deeply resonant emotional core.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually breathtaking with a captivating magical system.

  • A compelling narrative driven by strong emotional performances.

  • An inventive and thought-provoking fantasy adventure.

Google audience: Audiences are captivated by the film's imaginative world-building and the emotional depth of its characters. Many highlight the stunning cinematography and the unique concept of seasons being controlled by mythical beings as major draws, with particular praise for Anya Taylor-Joy's performance.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Picture at the Golden Globe Awards, Won Best Production Design at the Critics' Choice Awards.

Fun Fact

The intricate costume designs for the season guardians were inspired by mythological creatures from various global cultures, blending elements to create unique visual identities for each.

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