The Silence (1998)
Khorshid, a blind child growing up in Tajikistan, is constantly distracted by music and sounds. This frequently causes him to be late to his job as an instrument tuner even though he runs the risk of being fired at a time when his family is in danger of being evicted from their house.
Director: Mohsen Makhmalbaf
Genre: Drama, Music
Runtime: 76 min
Release Date: September 6, 1998
Cast
- Tahmineh Normatova - Khorshid
- Nadereh Abdelahyeva - Nadareh
- Goibibi Ziadolahyeva - Khorshid's Mother
Screenplay
Editing: Mohsen Makhmalbaf
Production: MK2 Films, Makhmalbaf Film House Productions
Country: Iran, France, Tajikistan
Language: فارسی, Tajik
Original Language: fa
Keywords
family drama, blind, child protagonist, instrument maker, blind child
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Silence about?
- Khorshid, a blind child growing up in Tajikistan, is constantly distracted by music and sounds. This frequently causes him to be late to his job as an instrument tuner even though he runs the risk of being fired at a time when his family is in danger of being evicted from their house.
- Who directed The Silence?
- The Silence was directed by Mohsen Makhmalbaf.
- Who stars in The Silence?
- The Silence stars Tahmineh Normatova, Nadereh Abdelahyeva, Goibibi Ziadolahyeva.
- How long is The Silence?
- The Silence has a runtime of 1h 16m (76 minutes).
- What genre is The Silence?
- The Silence is a Drama, Music film.
- Where was The Silence produced?
- The Silence was produced in Iran, France, Tajikistan.