Filming Silenzio

In the 17th century, two Portuguese Jesuit priests, Fathers Sebastião Rodrigues and Francisco Garrupe, travel to Japan to find their mentor, Father Cristóvão Ferreira, who has allegedly renounced his faith. Facing brutal persecution of Christians, they embark on a perilous journey, witnessing the suffering of Japanese Catholics and grappling with their own faith and the meaning of martyrdom.

Martin Scorsese's 'Silence' was met with widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its profound exploration of faith, doubt, and suffering. Critics lauded its visual beauty, masterful direction, and powerful performances, though some found its deliberate pacing and challenging themes demanding.

• Praised for its deep philosophical and spiritual inquiry.

• Lauded for Andrew Garfield's intense and moving performance.

• Commended for Scorsese's patient, visually stunning, and deeply felt direction.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's thought-provoking exploration of faith and its historical context. Many found the performances compelling and the narrative impactful, though some noted its somber tone and challenging subject matter.

Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Cinematography. Won awards from various film critics' circles for cinematography and acting.

Andrew Garfield has stated that he underwent a 30-day spiritual retreat before filming began, during which he did not speak and practiced fasting, to prepare for his role as Father Sebastião Rodrigues.