Silent Cries
Synopsis
In 1942, the Japanese occupied the island of Singapore. During the take-over, not only military soldiers were taken prisoner, but also innocent civilians, particularly women and children. This is the story of a group of women who band together to face brutal treatment, harsh conditions, and ruthless captors to survive their internment.
Top Cast
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Gena Rowlands
Peggy Sutherland
Annabeth Gish
Hazel Hampton
Chloe Webb
Dinki Denk
Gail Strickland
Roberta Hampton
Judy Parfitt
Beryl Stacton
Phyllis Logan
Nancy Muir
Cherie Lunghi
Audrey St John
Clyde Kusatsu
Saburo Saigo
Kim Braden
Mrs. Webber
Pamela Brull
Jane Kowolski
Stan Egi
Spike
Sab Shimono
Natsume
Sylvia Short
Dr. Millichope
Lauren Neustadter
Elise DeGroot
Ginger Darnell
Nibby
Lorna Newberry
Lorna Webber
Simon Templeman
Johnny Leighton
Mary Nell Santacroce
Mrs. Englethrope
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 8, 1993
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anthony Page
- Screenplay & Story
- Walter Halsey Davis, Vickie Patik, Jill Churchill
- Original Title
- Silent Cries
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English, Japanese
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- The Sokolow Company, TriStar Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anthony Page
Walter Halsey Davis, Vickie Patik, Jill Churchill
Paul Pumpian, Carol Williams, Walter Halsey Davis
Department Leadership Roster
Anthony Page
Director
Paul Pumpian
Producer
Carol Williams
Producer
Walter Halsey Davis
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Silent Cries
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Silent Cries about?
In 1942, the Japanese occupied the island of Singapore. During the take-over, not only military soldiers were taken prisoner, but also innocent civilians, particularly women and children. This is the story of a group of women who band together to face brutal treatment, harsh conditions, and ruthless captors to survive their internment.
Who directed Silent Cries?
Silent Cries was directed by Anthony Page.
Who stars in Silent Cries?
The principal cast of Silent Cries includes Gena Rowlands, Annabeth Gish, Chloe Webb, Gail Strickland, Judy Parfitt.
When was Silent Cries released and how long is it?
Silent Cries was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Is Silent Cries based on a book or true story?
Silent Cries is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Jill Churchill".