Starring Paul Mescal (Aftersun) and Josh O’Connor (Challengers), The History of Sound is a sweeping, moving and tender romance that spans decades and continents. From director Oliver Hermanus (Living), this is a beautiful and compelling cinematic experience that tells the story of a love that can’t last, a life forever altered, and the ways in which music creates bonds between us that echo for a lifetime.
In 1917, Lionel (Mescal) – a young, talented music student – meets David (O’Connor) at the Boston Conservatory, where a connection over a deep love of music leads to a fleeting love affair. They reconnect years later, leading to an impromptu journey through the backwoods of Maine to collect traditional folk songs. This unexpected reunion and the music they preserve will shape the course of Lionel’s life for decades to come.
Reviews
"A beautiful period drama that’s as gorgeous as it is heartbreaking." –NME
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This film is produced by Tatiana Bears, Lisa Ciuffetti, Laura Costa Calzado, Sara Murphy, Thérèsa Ryan, and Zhang Xin.
