The Soundless Cry (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1965, The Soundless Cry is a drama film directed by Hirokazu Ichimura, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Shinichi is not only poor, he is also deaf, and leads a joyless life with his sick mother. His one happiness is his friendship with a girl who works in a bar nearby. Then, one day, his mother dies after drinking the medicine that Shinichi himself gave her. It is discovered that the pills contained poison. He is apprehended on suspicion of murder and taken away for interrogation, unable to defend himself - being deaf and dumb - or even to proclaim his innocence.
Who’s in it. The Soundless Cry stars Yoshiko Kayama as Sachiko Ishimoda, Masakazu Tamura as Shinichi Sasaki, Keisuke Sonoi as Koga and Chieko Baisho, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Soundless Cry sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Soundless Cry page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Soundless Cry tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Soundless Cry (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Soundless Cry change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Soundless Cry worth watching?
- The Soundless Cry holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Soundless Cry?
- The Soundless Cry stars Yoshiko Kayama, Masakazu Tamura, Keisuke Sonoi, Chieko Baisho and Katsumi Munakata.
- When was The Soundless Cry released?
- The Soundless Cry was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.