Sound of Metal 2020
“Music was his world. Then silence revealed a new one.”
What is Sound of Metal?
Sound of Metal is a film first released in 2020. Catalogued under Drama, Music.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2020
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 121 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 20, 2020
- Studios
- Flat 7, Ward Four, Caviar
- Genres
- Drama, Music
- Updated
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Overview
Sound of Metal is a film first released in 2020. Catalogued under Drama, Music. Produced and broadcast by Flat 7, Ward Four, Caviar. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A metal drummer confronts sudden silence and seeks a new way to hear life.”
- Powerful performance by Riz Ahmed
- Authentic depiction of hearing loss
- Immersive sound design
- The deliberate pacing may feel slow for viewers expecting rapid action
Watch it if you appreciate character-driven dramas that explore disability and personal transformation.
The film addresses deafness and addiction recovery, presenting mature emotional themes.
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What is the main premise of Sound of Metal?
The story follows metal drummer Ruben as he begins losing his hearing and must adapt to a new life.
Who directed Sound of Metal?
The film was directed by Darius Marder.
Which actors play the lead roles?
Riz Ahmed stars as Ruben and Olivia Cooke portrays his girlfriend Lou.
How long is the film?
The runtime is about 2 hours and 1 minute.
Is the film based on a real story?
It originated from Derek Cianfrance's unfinished project "Metalhead" but is a fictional narrative.