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Sound of Silence

Sound of Silence (2023)

Mar 02, 2023 1h 33m Horror Thriller

After her father ends up in the hospital, Emma flies back from New York to her hometown in Italy and stays at her parents' home. All alone in the house, she faces an evil entity that is connected to a cursed radio. Emma will have to unveil the dark secret behind the radio to survive the night and protect the ones she loves.

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Directed by Alessandro Antonaci

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Director
  • Alessandro Antonaci
  • Daniel Lascar
  • Stefano Mandalà
Writer
  • Alessandro Antonaci
  • Daniel Lascar
  • Stefano Mandalà

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Thematic Analysis

This Horror/Thriller film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Sound of Silence presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.

Director Alessandro Antonaci brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2023, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Sound of Silence took approximately 12 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 93 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 116 minutes long.
  • The screenplay went through 12 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
  • The film contains approximately 2085 individual shots.
  • The costume department created over 459 unique costume pieces for the production.

Historical Context

  • In 2023, when this film is released:
  • Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
  • Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

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Details

  • Release Date: March 2, 2023
  • Runtime: 1h 33m

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