The Silence (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2017, The Silence is a documentary film directed by Park Soo-nam, running about 117 minutes.
What it’s about. The Silence narrates the struggle of fifteen "comfort women"—former sex slaves by the Imperial Japanese Army during WWII—for recognition and reparation. The "comfort women" issue has previously been treated almost exclusively within the framework of Korean nationalism. The Silence will provide insight into the ways in which nationalism and the emergence of post-war Asian nation-states have hindered the understanding of "comfort women" narratives through Zainichi Korean documentary filmmaker Soo-nam Park's point of view.
Who’s in it. The Silence stars Park Soo-nam as Self, Lee Ok-seon as Self and Bae Bong-ki as Self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Silence 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 Silence page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Silence (2017)?
- 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 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Silence?
- The Silence stars Park Soo-nam, Lee Ok-seon and Bae Bong-ki.
- When was The Silence released?
- The Silence was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.