Sounds Like
Sounds Like

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Sounds Like

2006
Movie
58 min
English

Deeply affected by a personal tragedy, an office drone comes to realize his sense of hearing has taken on extraordinary capabilities that could drive him insane.

Insights

IMDb6.8/10
Director: Hee-jung KimGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman, Hae-won, who is losing her hearing, tries to navigate her life and relationships. She encounters a sound engineer, Min-woo, who helps her experience music and life in new ways. Their connection deepens as they explore the world of sound and silence together.

Critical Reception

The film received moderate critical attention, with praise often directed towards its sensitive portrayal of hearing loss and the performances of its lead actors. Some critics found the pacing to be slow, but many appreciated its emotional depth and unique perspective.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its poignant exploration of sensory experience and human connection.

  • The lead performances are commended for their subtlety and emotional resonance.

  • Some viewers found the narrative to be understated, perhaps too much so for some tastes.

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Fun Fact

The film's score was crafted to evoke the experience of gradually losing one's hearing, using specific sound design techniques to immerse the audience in the protagonist's subjective reality.

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