Topic: Deafness

Direction Sōsuke Tōka · Yosuke Hatta · Arifumi Imai

Synopsis Ranking of Kings (TV Series) (2021) follows the journey of Bojji, a deaf prince who struggles with physical limitations and the inability to wield even a basic sword. Despite these challenges, Bojji is determined to prove himself as a worthy...

Direction Ursula Macfarlane · Damon Thomas · Francesca Kemp

Cast Paul Rhys · Charles Hazlewood · David Bamber · Casper Harvey

Synopsis Beethoven (TV Miniseries) (2005) delves into the compelling narrative of Ludwig van Beethoven's existence and his enduring musical legacy. This production masterfully blends historical accuracy with dramatic storytelling to present a vivid portrayal of the composer's life. Audiences are taken...

Direction Arthur Penn

Cast Anne Bancroft · Patty Duke · Andrew Prine · Inga Swenson

Synopsis The Miracle Worker (1962) follows the journey of a young girl named Helen Keller, who has been blind, deaf, and mute since infancy. Her family, desperate to help her, faces the threat of her being sent to an institution due...

Direction Eva Libertad

Cast Miriam Garlo · Álvaro Cervantes · Elena Irureta · Joaquín Notario

Synopsis Deaf (2025) follows Angela, a deaf woman, as she navigates the challenges of impending motherhood with her hearing partner, Hector. As her pregnancy progresses, Angela grapples with anxieties about parenting and the unique communication barriers she may face with her...

Direction Werner Herzog

Cast Fini Straubinger

Synopsis Land of Silence and Darkness (1971) delves into the life of Fini Straubinger, an elderly woman who has lived with deafness and blindness since her teenage years. The documentary explores her dedicated efforts to support and advocate for others who...

Direction Chema Rodríguez

Direction Jean Negulesco

Cast Jane Wyman · Lew Ayres · Charles Bickford · Agnes Moorehead

Synopsis Johnny Belinda (1948) unfolds in a quaint fishing village on Cape Breton Island, where Dr. Robert Richardson becomes captivated by a gentle deaf-mute woman named Belinda. He dedicates himself to teaching her sign language and lip reading, fostering a deep...

Direction Naoko Yamada

Synopsis A Silent Voice (2016) follows the journey of Ishida Shouya, a former bully who targeted Nishimiya Shouko, a deaf girl, leading to her transfer to a different school. Consequently, Ishida faces isolation and bullying himself, finding no friends and no...

Direction Paloma Zapata

Cast Helena Kaittani · Adelfa Calvo · María Alfonsa Rosso · Antonia Singla

Synopsis La Singla (2023) follows the extraordinary journey of a dancer born without the ability to hear. She mastered the art of dance by feeling the rhythm rather than listening to the melody, using movement as a means to transcend her...

Direction Alexander Mackendrick

Cast Phyllis Calvert · Jack Hawkins · Terence Morgan · Mandy Miller

Synopsis Mandy (1952) is a touching narrative that delves into the life of a young deaf girl and the challenges her condition presents to her family. The protagonist, Mandy, was born with hearing impairment and has remained silent throughout her life....

Direction Darius Marder

Cast Riz Ahmed · Olivia Cooke · Paul Raci · Mathieu Amalric

Synopsis Sound of Metal (2019) follows the intense journey of a dedicated heavy-metal drummer whose world is upended when he starts to experience significant hearing loss. As his ability to perform diminishes, he must confront the reality of his condition and...

Direction Yuta Murano

Synopsis A Sign of Affection (2024) is a 2024 TV series consisting of 12 episodes. The story centers around Yuki, a typical college student whose life is filled with friends, social media, and shopping. Her world takes an unexpected turn when...

Direction Shona Auerbach

Cast Emily Mortimer · Jack McElhone · Gerard Butler · Mary Riggans

Synopsis Dear Frankie (2004) follows the touching and often amusing journey of a young boy, Frankie (Jack McElhone), and his mother, Lizzie (Emily Mortimer), who have been constantly traveling since Frankie's early years. To shield her son from the harsh reality,...

Direction Nicolas Philibert

Direction Chris Overton

Cast Rachel Shenton · Maisie Sly · Rachel Fielding · Anna Barry

Synopsis The Silent Child (S) (2017) focuses on the journey of a profoundly deaf four-year-old girl named Libby, who is part of a middle-class family. Libby's world is one of silence until a compassionate social worker enters her life and introduces...

Direction Atiq Rahimi

Cast Abdul Ghani · Jawan Mard Homayoun · Kader Arefi · Guilda Chahverdi

Direction Eric Lartigau

Cast Louane Emera · Karin Viard · François Damiens · Luca Gelberg

Synopsis The Bélier Family (2014) centers around a young woman who resides with her hearing-impaired parents. She uncovers her extraordinary ability to sing, which sets her on a journey of self-discovery and challenges the dynamics of her close-knit family.

Direction Jean-Pierre Améris

Cast Isabelle Carré · Ariana Rivoire · Brigitte Catillon · Gilles Treton

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Claude Maki · Hiroko Oshima · Sabu Kawahara · Toshizo Fujiwara

Synopsis A Scene at the Sea (1991) follows the journey of a young, hearing-impaired couple who find a new sense of purpose and joy in their lives. The narrative takes a transformative turn when the young man discovers a passion for...

Direction Robert Ellis Miller

Cast Alan Arkin · Sondra Locke · Laurinda Barrett · Stacy Keach

Synopsis The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter (1968) is a poignant film adaptation of Carson McCullers' novel, featuring Alan Arkin as John Singer, a deaf man who relocates to a small town to be near his institutionalized friend Antonapoulos (Chuck McCann),...