The Silent Touch (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1992, The Silent Touch is a drama film directed by Krzysztof Zanussi, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Henry Kesdi is a silenced classical composer and a survivor of the Holocaust. He is coaxed out from retirement by an inspired musicologist, Stefan, who convinces him to compose a complex symphony on his neglected piano. As a help Kesdi gets his new musical secretary. His loyal wife reluctantly accepts her as his young lover.
Who’s in it. The Silent Touch stars Max von Sydow as Henry Kesdi, Lothaire Bluteau as Stefan, Sarah Miles as Helena and Beata Tyszkiewicz as Gelda, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Silent Touch has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Silent Touch page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Silent Touch tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Silent Touch (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Silent Touch change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Silent Touch worth watching?
- The Silent Touch holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Silent Touch?
- The Silent Touch stars Max von Sydow, Lothaire Bluteau, Sarah Miles, Beata Tyszkiewicz and Sofie Gråbøl.
- When was The Silent Touch released?
- The Silent Touch was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.