Review of Silence (2017) by Fong K — 17 Feb 2017

The severest test of faith and the bravest act of God before the silence of unanswered prayers in Martin Scorsese's most intimate passion project rattle the minds and search the souls.

This review of Silence (2017) was written by Fong K on 17 Feb 2017.

Silence has generally received positive reviews.

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By Daniel S (2,332) on 09 Dec 2018

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By Leigh Paatsch (1,103) for Herald Sun (Australia) (1,081) on 28 Nov 2018

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By Irene M (252) on 01 Jul 2018

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