The Silence movie poster

The Silence

September 6, 1998 1h 16m 6.4/10 (39 votes)

Originally released in 1998. The Silence is a drama/music film. directed by Mohsen Makhmalbaf. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Tahmineh Normatova, Nadereh Abdelahyeva, and Goibibi Ziadolahyeva

Synopsis

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 6, 1998 27 years ago
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Runtime 1h 16m 76 minutes total
User Rating 6.4/10 Good (39 votes)
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Language FA Original language
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Country Iran + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FA

Production Companies

  • MK2 Films
  • Makhmalbaf Film House Productions

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 ...

Who directed The Silence?

The Silence was directed by Mohsen Makhmalbaf.

How long is The Silence?

The Silence has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).

When was The Silence released?

The Silence was released on September 6, 1998 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Silence?

The main cast of The Silence includes Tahmineh Normatova, Nadereh Abdelahyeva, Goibibi Ziadolahyeva.