Sound of Metal
“Music was his world. Then silence revealed a new one.”
Synopsis
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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Type: Trailer • Published 2020-09-24
Top Cast
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Riz Ahmed
Ruben Stone
Olivia Cooke
Lou
Paul Raci
Joe
Lauren Ridloff
Diane
Mathieu Amalric
Richard Berger
Domenico Toledo
Michael
Chelsea Lee
Jenn
Shaheem Sanchez
Shaheem
Chris Perfetti
Harlan
Bill Thorpe
The Man
Michael Tow
Pharmacist
William Xifaras
Michael's Father
Rena Maliszewski
Audiologist
Tom Kemp
Dr. Paysinger
Elan Sicroff
Pianist
Jeremy Lee Stone
ASL Teacher
Ezra Marder
ASL Student
Hartmut Teuber
Karl
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 14 DaysToronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 20, 2020
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 4, 2020
VOD & Digital Platforms
May 24, 2021
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$517K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Darius Marder
- Screenplay & Story
- Abraham Marder, Darius Marder
- Original Score
- Nicolas Becker, Abraham Marder
- Original Title
- Sound of Metal
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Worldwide Gross
- $517K
- Production Studios
- Flat 7, Ward Four, Caviar
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Darius Marder
Abraham Marder, Darius Marder, Derek Cianfrance
Nicolas Becker, Abraham Marder
Daniël Bouquet
Mikkel E.G. Nielsen
Bill Benz, Kathy Benz, Daniel Sbrega, Fredric King, Dimitri Verbeeck
Department Leadership Roster
Abraham Marder
Screenplay
Darius Marder
Screenplay
Darius Marder
Director
Bill Benz
Producer
Kathy Benz
Producer
Megan Stark Evans
Costume Design
Mikkel E.G. Nielsen
Editor
Nicolas Becker
Original Music Composer
Sacha Ben Harroche
Producer
Jeremy Woodward
Production Design
Bert Hamelinck
Producer
Abraham Marder
Original Music Composer
Daniël Bouquet
Director of Photography
Amy Greene
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
General — Suitable for all ages.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sound of Metal
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What is Sound of Metal about?
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.
Who directed Sound of Metal?
Sound of Metal was directed by Darius Marder.
Who stars in Sound of Metal?
The principal cast of Sound of Metal includes Riz Ahmed, Olivia Cooke, Paul Raci, Lauren Ridloff, Mathieu Amalric.
When was Sound of Metal released and how long is it?
Sound of Metal was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 2h 1m.
How much did Sound of Metal make at the box office?
Sound of Metal grossed $517K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Sound of Metal?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sound of Metal was composed by Nicolas Becker, Abraham Marder.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Sound of Metal?
Sound of Metal holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); CA: G (General — Suitable for all ages.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: 10 (Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).