The Hummingbird

The Hummingbird is a drama that follows the life of Marco Carrera across several decades, starting in the 1970s. After meeting Luisa Lattes during a summer by the sea, Marco develops a lifelong love for her that persists despite his marriage to Marina and the birth of their daughter. His journey is marked by sudden losses and the unpredictability of fate, leading him from Rome to Florence. Throughout these trials, he seeks guidance from a psychoanalyst to learn how to handle the unexpected changes in his life.

Directed by Francesca Archibugi, the film is the second of three listed works in her career, following Vivere and preceding Illusione. The movie features a cast led by Pierfrancesco Favino, Kasia Smutniak, and Bérénice Bejo, with additional roles played by Laura Morante, Sergio Albelli, and Alessandro Tedeschi. It was a co-production between Italy and France.

The film earned 4 million USD at the worldwide box office. Audience reception is moderate, with a rating of 6.3/10 on IMDb based on 2,000 votes and a slightly higher score of 6.9/10 on TMDB from 214 votes.