The Silence (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1982, The Silence is a notable film directed by Michael Toshiyuki Uno, running about 30 minutes.
What it’s about. The Silence is a 1982 short film directed by Michael Toshiyuki Uno. During the Vietnam War, soldier Jason is injured and separated from his platoon. Mei, a mysterious young woman, finds him and takes him into her home. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
Who’s in it. The Silence stars Lynn Kuratomi as Mei, Eric Mansker as Sergeant Hayes, Seth Anthony Krakauer as Soldier and Jsu Garcia as Soldier.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Silence has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Silence page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Silence (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Silence change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Silence worth watching?
- The Silence holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Silence?
- The Silence stars Lynn Kuratomi, Eric Mansker, Seth Anthony Krakauer and Jsu Garcia.