Sound of Metal

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Movie Info & Cast

Director:

Darius Marder

Producer:

Sacha Ben Harroche, Bert Hamelinck, Fredric King

Writer:

Darius Marder, Abraham Marder

Release Date:

Nov 20, 2020

Runtime:

2hr 10m

Synopsis

A heavy-metal drummer's life is thrown into freefall when he begins to lose his hearing.

Cast

  • Riz Ahmed
  • Olivia Cooke
  • Paul Raci
  • Mathieu Amalric
  • Jamie Ghazarian
  • Michael Tow
  • Chris Perfetti
  • Tom Kemp

Letterboxd User Reviews

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RATINGS 29.0K FANS
4.2
  • Nov 17, 2020

    I don’t think I can remember a time where I didn’t hear it. The ringing. The noise nobody but me could seem to hear. I couldn’t stand it. I had no idea what it was at first, but it was loud, and it was getting louder. I told myself it would just go away, but even back…

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    carter
    carter
    Dec 13, 2020

    There's a moment about 10 minutes into this film when Ruben (Riz Ahmed) is at a hearing specialist's office. The specialist is explaining to him that the majority of his hearing is gone, and all his efforts at the moment should be dedicated to preserving what's left.…

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    David Chen
    David Chen
    Oct 18, 2020

    AFI 2020: film #5 "today is not a good day” one of the most devastating parts of life is not being able to get back to a happiness you once had, especially if it involves people you love. feeling that joy slipping through your fingers, time cannot rewind and only moves…

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    Lucy
    Lucy
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    Dec 12, 2020

    The ending of this film is so authentic and impactful. I could not ask for a better one.

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    Syaoran
    Syaoran
    Jan 24, 2021

    If i disappear, Like who cares? Seriously, nobody cares, man Yo, and that’s okay That’s life It just passes

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    Hungkat
    Hungkat
    Dec 7, 2020

    riz ahmed communicates so much through his eyes. one of my favorite performances of the year, maybe even of all time

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    Dec 14, 2020

    there are few things more grating to me than describing a piece of art as “for the times” or “exactly what we need right now,” as if that means anything, but i was really struck by just how impeccably current Sound of Metal feels without being, like, directly about living…

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    demi adejuyigbe
    demi adejuyigbe
    Dec 10, 2020

    Everyone involved in this deserves recognition but if anyone should get that ‘best actor’ award this year, it’s Riz. And it isn’t even close! Talked about this on my podcast, the Karstcast.

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    Karsten
    Karsten
    Dec 7, 2020

    one might see this film as a drama, but Damien Chazelle sees it as a missed opportunity to further bully Miles Teller in Whiplash.

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    hunter strawberry
    hunter strawberry

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    Tina Gazia
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    Very moving story about overcoming human conditions. Great cast. Loved the ending!

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    Zach Caronna
    #mustsee
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    Riz Ahmed might have given the best performance of the year; Rubin’s journey is believable and you really feel for him. Sound design and narrative flow are pluses, too!

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Metacritic

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Based on 37 Critics
8.0

USER SCORE (240)

Generally favorable reviews based on 240 Reviews
100
Apr 13, 2021

A small film that hits big, Sound Of Metal is a gem you’ll want to bang the drum for.

Metacritic review by Matt Maytum
Matt Maytum
Total Film
80
Dec 3, 2020

Marder uses sound and silence as essential character elements. He offers frequent, jarring contrasts between what Ruben hears and what we do. This isn’t just to emphasize what Ruben has lost. It’s also a reminder: Silence can be shattering. It can also be beautiful. And it can bring peace.

Metacritic review by Bill Goodykoontz
Bill Goodykoontz
Arizona Republic
80
Nov 19, 2020

Propelled by a distinctive style and a potent lead performance, Darius Marder’s Sound of Metal builds a singular tension between silence and noise.

Metacritic review by Jeannette Catsoulis
Jeannette Catsoulis
The New York Times

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sound of Metal (2020) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as R, meaning that Under 17 requires an adult accompaniment.
How long is Sound of Metal (2020)?
The movie is 2hr 10min long.
What's Sound of Metal (2020) about?
A heavy-metal drummer's life is thrown into freefall when he begins to lose his hearing.
Who's the cast of Sound of Metal (2020)?
  • Riz Ahmed as Ruben
  • Olivia Cooke as Lou
  • Paul Raci as Joe
  • Mathieu Amalric as Richard Berger
  • Jamie Ghazarian as Concert Goer
  • Michael Tow as Pharmacist
  • Chris Perfetti as Harlan
  • Tom Kemp as Dr. Paysinger
Who's the director behind Sound of Metal (2020)?
Darius Marder directed Sound of Metal (2020).
Who produced Sound of Metal (2020)?
Sacha Ben Harroche, Bert Hamelinck and Fredric King produced Sound of Metal (2020).