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Metascore
7 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- 80The GuardianLuke BuckmasterThe GuardianLuke BuckmasterThere is much to appreciate in this film; much to like. You don’t just watch it in big bright colours; you remember it in big bright colours too.
- 80VarietyAlissa SimonVarietyAlissa SimonProvides feel-good entertainment for the entire family without pandering — and definitely without sacrificing style or substance.
- 70The New York TimesTeo BugbeeThe New York TimesTeo BugbeeIts meticulous visuals do frequently tip into preciousness, yet this cuteness is offset by the movie’s refreshingly direct take on depression and despair. This unusual children’s film may be fussy, but to its credit, it is not frivolous.
- 70Screen DailySarah WardScreen DailySarah WardFinding its genial, quirky groove early, John Sheedy’s family film flirts with tweeness but ultimately bubbles with the same spark as its can-do protagonist.
- 50Movie NationRoger MooreMovie NationRoger MooreH is for Happiness prioritizes ”feels” over coherence, weird-for-weird’s-sake touches over character development, while expecting endless voice-over narration to caulk over the cracks. It doesn’t.
- 40The Hollywood ReporterJohn DeForeThe Hollywood ReporterJohn DeForeThe contrast between unflappable optimism and deep grief does not play out comfortably in this world of boosted colors, restless pacing and exaggerated tween naivite.