House of Harmony and Vengeance
House of Harmony and Vengeance

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House of Harmony and Vengeance

2012
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Cantonese

When street musician Tai Mingbut passes himself off as Imperial Music Bureau director Kiu Bolung in order to escape government officers, he gets pulled into a case of mistaken identity as the real Bolung lost part of his memory in a fire. To complicate things even further, they are joined by two women at the music bureau who become confused by the swap in the men's identities.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users78%
Director: Anya SharmaGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A talented but troubled musician inherits a sprawling, secluded estate from a distant relative. As she begins to uncover the secrets of the house and her family's past, she finds herself entangled in a web of long-held grudges and dangerous rivalries. The discovery of hidden journals and cryptic musical scores leads her down a path of paranoia and suspense, forcing her to question who she can trust.

Critical Reception

House of Harmony and Vengeance received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong lead performance, while some found the plot convoluted. Audiences generally appreciated the mystery elements and the musical score.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its haunting musical score and moody cinematography.

  • Eleanor Vance's performance as the isolated protagonist was widely lauded.

  • Some critics found the plot's twists and turns less impactful than intended.

Google audience: Audiences enjoyed the film's suspenseful narrative and the effective integration of music. Some viewers felt the pacing lagged in the middle section, but the climax was generally satisfying.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Score at the Independent Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The intricate musical compositions featured throughout the film were composed by the director's brother, a renowned classical pianist.

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