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Voice of Silence

Name: Voice of Silence
Director: Hong Eui-jeong
Released: 2020
Duration: 99 min

Representation Score

6.2/10

Good

2020

Director

Hong Eui-jeong

Runtime

99 minutes

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Voice of Silence stands out by highlighting the experiences of underrepresented individuals. Its most notable achievement is the sensitive depiction of deafness, which is integral to the story rather than a mere device. The film challenges traditional gender roles by emphasizing emotional bonds over patriarchal structures. However, it remains limited in its scope of diversity, lacking LGBTQ+ representation and maintaining a culturally homogeneous cast.

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Category Breakdown

Does Voice of Silence have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight relationships.

How does Voice of Silence portray gender?

Good

Yu-jin is shown taking a leading role as a struggling artist. The film presents a partnership based on emotional vulnerability rather than traditional male dominance.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Voice of Silence?

Fair

The cast is predominantly South Korean, providing an authentic look at the social layers of modern South Korea.

How does Voice of Silence represent religion and culture?

Good

The story critiques social isolation and economic pressures, exploring moral ambiguity through characters dealing with uncertain situations.

Does Voice of Silence include disability representation?

Excellent

The portrayal of Tae-kyung, a deaf protagonist, is a significant strength. The film avoids clichés by focusing on the practical challenges he faces in a hearing-centric world.

Present on Screen

The film avoids clichés by focusing on the practical challenges faced by a deaf protagonist.
It emphasizes emotional bonds over traditional gender hierarchies.
Provides a sophisticated critique of social alienation and economic pressures.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight relationships.
The cast is culturally homogeneous, limiting engagement with diverse backgrounds.

Official Synopsis

Two guys who are working for cartels as cleaners get a request to monitor an 11-year-old kidnapped girl, but the situation gets worse when their supervisor gets killed.

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