---
title: "Sound of Metal"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/sound-of-metal-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 502033
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 121
community_rating: 7.7
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Sound of Metal (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/sound-of-metal-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A metal drummer confronts sudden silence and seeks a new way to hear life."

### Why Watch
- Powerful performance by Riz Ahmed
- Authentic depiction of hearing loss
- Immersive sound design

### Caveats & Content Note
- The deliberate pacing may feel slow for viewers expecting rapid action
- Tone & Suitability: The film addresses deafness and addiction recovery, presenting mature emotional themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: drama, music, introspective, slow-burn

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/sound-of-metal-2020#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Darius Marder
- **Networks / Studios**: Flat 7, Ward Four, Caviar

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Riz Ahmed** as *Ruben Stone*
- **Olivia Cooke** as *Lou*
- **Paul Raci** as *Joe*
- **Lauren Ridloff** as *Diane*
- **Mathieu Amalric** as *Richard Berger*
- **Domenico Toledo** as *Michael*
- **Chelsea Lee** as *Jenn*
- **Shaheem Sanchez** as *Shaheem*
- **Chris Perfetti** as *Harlan*
- **Bill Thorpe** as *The Man*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: 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.

### Q: Who directed Sound of Metal?
The film was directed by Darius Marder.

### Q: Which actors play the lead roles?
Riz Ahmed stars as Ruben and Olivia Cooke portrays his girlfriend Lou.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is about 2 hours and 1 minute.

### Q: Is the film based on a real story?
It originated from Derek Cianfrance's unfinished project "Metalhead" but is a fictional narrative.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Sound of Metal — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/502033)
- [Sound of Metal - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sound_of_Metal)
- [Zvuk metalu [Sound of Metal] (2020): Obsazení, herci, tvůrci a…](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/578498-zvuk-metalu/tvurci)
- [Zvuk metalu / The Sound of Metal (2020)](https://www.sms.cz/film/zvuk-metalu)
- [Sound of Metal (2020) | Recenze | MovieZone.cz](https://film.moviezone.cz/sound-of-metal/recenze)
- [Sound of Metal (2019) film • Filmožrouti.cz](https://www.filmozrout.cz/film/11611-sound-of-metal/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*