The Silence
Synopsis
The Silence is a 1982 short film directed by Michael Toshiyuki Uno. During the Vietnam War, soldier Jason is injured and separated from his platoon. Mei, a mysterious young woman, finds him and takes him into her home. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1982
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Toshiyuki Uno
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul G. Hensler
- Original Title
- The Silence
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Toshiyuki Uno
Paul G. Hensler
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Toshiyuki Uno
Director
Paul G. Hensler
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Silence
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What is The Silence about?
The Silence is a 1982 short film directed by Michael Toshiyuki Uno. During the Vietnam War, soldier Jason is injured and separated from his platoon. Mei, a mysterious young woman, finds him and takes him into her home. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
Who directed The Silence?
The Silence was directed by Michael Toshiyuki Uno.
Who stars in The Silence?
The principal cast of The Silence includes Lynn Kuratomi, Eric Mansker, Seth Anthony Krakauer, Jsu Garcia.
When was The Silence released and how long is it?
The Silence was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 30m.