Review of Silence (2017) by Matt I — 15 Jan 2017

One of possibly five geniuses working in cinema today.

This review of Silence (2017) was written by Matt I on 15 Jan 2017.

Silence has generally received positive reviews.

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By Dennis Schwartz (5,456) for Ozus' World Movie Reviews (5,456) on 18 May 2018

A slow-moving but an arresting religious film that questions God's silence in the wake of so much suffering…

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By Kelly M (407) on 19 Oct 2018

One of the most moving stories, beautifully acted and cinematography that I have seen in a very long time…

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By David L (3,419) on 20 Jun 2018

Wow, I never knew this history. I was fascinated by it and had to look up the history to learn more after the movie was over…

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By Nilufer E (774) on 24 Jun 2018

A bit slow at times but overall engaging and well-made…

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By Stefano C (730) on 06 Apr 2018

You have to be a believer... and if you believe hard enough, you might like this film. For me, a heathen, was a bit of a torture…

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By Darren T (80) on 05 Oct 2018

One of the most immerse, spirit stimulating, questioning, frustrating, unpredictable films I've ever seen. Felt like a journey than a movie…

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By Taylor S (200) on 13 Mar 2018

A movie that STAYS WITH YOU AFTER IT ENDS. BRINGS YOU TO A DIFFERENT TIME ENTIRELY…

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By Nilufer R (1,189) on 24 Jun 2018

A bit slow at times but overall engaging and well-made…

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By Lyrical W (24) on 20 Jun 2018

Wow, I never knew this history. I was fascinated by it and had to look up the history to learn more after the movie was over…

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By Dar T (4) on 30 Dec 2018

One of the most profoundly atmospheric, immersive, and unique films I've ever come across…

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