Silent Roar
Synopsis
Dondo is a young surfer. His fisherman dad Willy disappeared a year ago. No sign of his boat, nor his body. Dondo’s mother and the community know Willy has not survived a year in the Atlantic. But Dondo thinks differently.
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Mark Kermode reviews Silent Roar (2023) | BFI PlayerOfficial
Type: Featurette • Published 2025-05-01
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Louis McCartney
Dondo
Ella Lily Hyland
Sas
Mark Lockyer
Paddy
Fiona Bell
Norma
Victoria Balnaves
Veronica
Chinenye Ezeudu
Swiss Jesus
Leah Balmforth
Kirsty
Anders Hayward
Kenny
Derek Horsham
Banko
Barbara Probst
Swiss Girl
Barton Williams
Vayton
Gary Lamont
Mr. Brian
Sukh Ojla
Miss MacAskill
John Cooke
Swimming Instructor
Tip Cullen
Willy
Pablo Raybould
Norman
Màiri Ross
Schoolbus Driver
Calum Martin
Precentor Psalm 16
Release History & Theatrical Window
Edinburgh International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Johnny Barrington
- Screenplay & Story
- Johnny Barrington
- Original Score
- J.J. Hathaway, Hannah Peel
- Original Title
- Silent Roar
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- BBC Film, Screen Scotland, BFI, Young Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Johnny Barrington
Johnny Barrington
J.J. Hathaway, Hannah Peel
Spike Morris, Ruben Woodin Dechamps
Adelina Bichis
Jonathan Berger, Christopher Young
Department Leadership Roster
Johnny Barrington
Writer
Johnny Barrington
Director
Christopher Young
Producer
Adelina Bichis
Editor
Elmi Badenhorst
Production Design
Steen Young
Stunt Coordinator
Ruben Woodin Dechamps
Director of Photography
Hannah Peel
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Silent Roar
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What is Silent Roar about?
Dondo is a young surfer. His fisherman dad Willy disappeared a year ago. No sign of his boat, nor his body. Dondo’s mother and the community know Willy has not survived a year in the Atlantic. But Dondo thinks differently.
Who directed Silent Roar?
Silent Roar was directed by Johnny Barrington.
Who stars in Silent Roar?
The principal cast of Silent Roar includes Louis McCartney, Ella Lily Hyland, Mark Lockyer, Fiona Bell, Victoria Balnaves.
When was Silent Roar released and how long is it?
Silent Roar was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Silent Roar?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Silent Roar was composed by J.J. Hathaway, Hannah Peel.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Silent Roar?
Silent Roar holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).