Sound of Metal

Poster coming soon

Theatrical - Wide 2020-12-04

Cast Riz Ahmed Olivia Cooke Mathieu Amalric

Box Office Gross: $516,520

Running Time: 121 minutes

Language: English

Production Company: Flat 7, Ward Four, Caviar

Genres: Drama Music

JoBlo's Rating

10/10

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... See more 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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