A Question of Silence

In a small Dutch town, a mysterious woman named Anda escapes from a mental institution and begins to form a strange relationship with the wife of a local businessman. As their bond intensifies, a series of escalating events leads to a shocking confrontation with the husband, questioning the nature of sanity and societal control.

A Question of Silence was a critically acclaimed film, particularly noted for its bold feminist themes and unsettling atmosphere. It garnered significant attention for its unique narrative structure and its exploration of female rage and empowerment within a patriarchal society. The film is considered a landmark in Dutch cinema and a significant work in feminist filmmaking.

• Praised for its thought-provoking examination of female psychology and societal repression.

• Lauded for its suspenseful build-up and shocking climax.

• Recognized as an important early feminist film that challenged conventions.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available, but critical consensus highlights its intellectual and thematic depth.

Golden Calves award for Best Film at the Netherlands Film Festival (1982), Sutherland Trophy at the London Film Festival (1982).

Marleen Gorris became the first woman to win the Golden Calves award for Best Film at the Netherlands Film Festival for directing 'A Question of Silence'.