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Sound of Metal

R20202h 1mDarius Marder

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"Music was his world. Then silence revealed a new one."

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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DeafMissouriDrumsHeavy MetalAddictionSign LanguagesHearing ImpairedLangue Des Signes

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What is Sound of Metal (2020) 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 stars in Sound of Metal?

Sound of Metal stars Riz Ahmed (Ruben Stone), Olivia Cooke (Lou), Paul Raci (Joe), Lauren Ridloff (Diane), Mathieu Amalric (Richard Berger). The film was directed by Darius Marder.

How long is Sound of Metal?

Sound of Metal has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 2020. It is rated R.

Where can I watch Sound of Metal?

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