The Quiet
The Quiet

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The Quiet

2006
Movie
Adult · 18+
149 min
English

In a world of black and white moments strike bringing the sexual sounds of life into color. This quirky photographer is obsessed with silence and the act of photographing his models gagged. He insists that sounds of pleasure remain quiet and has hired cameramen to accompany him in his endeavors.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes43%
Metacritic42/100
Google Users68%
Director: Fabrice Canepa and Andrew KinneyGenres: Horror, Thriller, Drama

Plot Summary

A deaf and mute teenage girl, Nina, is sent to live with her godparents after her parents' death. She struggles to adapt to her new life, and soon uncovers a dark secret about her new family and their involvement in a sinister plot. As she tries to escape, she finds herself in a terrifying fight for survival.

Critical Reception

The Quiet received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising the performances of its lead actresses and its suspenseful atmosphere. However, some critics found the plot to be predictable and the violence gratuitous.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful and disturbing atmosphere.

  • Elisha Cuthbert and Camilia Belle deliver strong performances.

  • Criticized for its predictable plot twists and excessive gore.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a divided reception, with many appreciating the film's tension and the performances. However, a significant portion of viewers found the story to be somewhat formulaic and the violent elements to be off-putting.

Fun Fact

Actress Camilia Belle, who plays the deaf and mute character Nina, actually learned sign language for the role and worked with a dialect coach to perfect her non-verbal communication.

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