Sound of Metal

Name: Sound of Metal
Released: 2020-11-20T00:00:00-05:00

R 2020 Drama, Music · 2h 1m

Metal drummer Ruben begins to lose his hearing. When a doctor tells him his condition will worsen, he thinks his career and life is over. His girlfriend Lou checks the former addict into a rehab for the deaf hoping it will prevent a relapse and help him adapt to his new life. After being welcomed and accepted just as he is, Ruben must choose between his new normal and the life he once knew.

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About Sound of Metal

Ruben, a metal drummer, faces his worst nightmare: rapidly deteriorating hearing. Doctors confirm his condition will worsen, jeopardizing his career and life. His girlfriend, Lou, fearing a relapse into addiction, encourages him to join a deaf community rehab. Initially resistant, Ruben reluctantly agrees. Within the deaf community, he encounters a new way of life, acceptance, and the possibility of peace. He learns to embrace his new normal, forming deep connections and discovering unexpected potential within himself. Ultimately, Ruben faces a crucial decision: cling to his past and desperately fight to regain what he has lost, or embrace the present and discover the beauty and richness of his newfound world. The film is a journey of self discovery, adaptation, and finding your place in the world.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by Darius Marder, Sound of Metal features a powerful cast. Riz Ahmed delivers a tour-de-force performance as Ruben Stone, the drummer grappling with hearing loss. Olivia Cooke portrays Lou, Ruben's girlfriend, a singer and his anchor. Paul Raci plays Joe, the leader of the deaf community, providing Ruben with guidance and support. Lauren Ridloff appears as Diane, a teacher within the deaf community, offering a unique perspective. Mathieu Amalric is Lou's father, Juliette's companion. Domenico Toledo completes the cast.

What people like about Sound of Metal

Critics have lauded Sound of Metal for its immersive sound design, Riz Ahmed's captivating performance, and its sensitive portrayal of the deaf community. Many reviewers praised the film's ability to avoid clichs, presenting an authentic and deeply human story of adaptation and acceptance. The film has been commended for its technical achievements, particularly its innovative use of sound to convey Ruben's subjective experience. The narrative's emotional depth and its thought-provoking exploration of identity and belonging have also been highlighted.

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Movie Score

77%

Released

November 20, 2020

Director

Darius Marder

Cast

Riz Ahmed, Olivia Cooke, Paul Raci, Lauren Ridloff, Mathieu Amalric, Domenico Toledo

Genre

Drama, Music

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