The Silent Thrush (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1991, The Silent Thrush is a notable film directed by Chiang Lang, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. The Silent Thrush is a fascinating mixture of exoticism and eroticism. It tells the story of Mu Yun, a young woman who joins a Taiwanese opera company. Ka-hung, the company's star actress (who is Mu Yun's childhood idol) soon falls in love with Mu Yun. This provokes the intense jealousy of Ka-hung's longtime lover, Ai-cheng. Their melodrama of lesbian love is played out against the backdrop of the troupe's day-to-day problems.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Silent Thrush 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 Thrush page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Silent Thrush (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Silent Thrush change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Silent Thrush worth watching?
- The Silent Thrush holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Silent Thrush released?
- The Silent Thrush was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.