The Day Silence Died (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1999, The Day Silence Died is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Paolo Agazzi, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. A handsome and mysterious stranger, played by Darío Grandinetti, walks into the town square of Villaserena one day and strategically places loudspeakers around the town, blaring a variety of musical tunes. Soon, he begins to sell airtime to the various locals, who broadcast their own personal love dedications and (more frequently) insults for all to hear. A subplot evolves between Abelardo (the stranger), Celeste (a young woman who is chained inside her father's house to stop her running away), and José (a young man).
Who’s in it. The Day Silence Died stars Darío Grandinetti as Abelardo, Gustavo Angarita as Óscar, Elías Serrano as Ruperto and Norma Merlo as Amelia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Day Silence Died has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Day Silence Died page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Day Silence Died tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Day Silence Died (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Day Silence Died change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Day Silence Died worth watching?
- The Day Silence Died holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Day Silence Died?
- The Day Silence Died stars Darío Grandinetti, Gustavo Angarita, Elías Serrano, Norma Merlo and María Laura García.
- When was The Day Silence Died released?
- The Day Silence Died was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.