The Quiet
After her widowed father dies, deaf teenager Dot moves in with her godparents, Olivia and Paul Deer. The Deers' daughter, Nina, is openly hostile to Dot, but that does not prevent her from telling her secrets to her silent stepsister, including the fact that she wants to kill her lecherous father.
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Plot Summary
A deaf teenage girl, Dot, is sent to live with her neglectful parents and their new baby after her father's death. Isolated and unable to communicate verbally, Dot becomes entangled in a dangerous relationship with a popular high school athlete who has secrets of his own. As the situation escalates, she must find a way to protect herself and the baby from the escalating violence surrounding her.
Critical Reception
The Quiet received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising Elisha Cuthbert's performance and the film's suspenseful atmosphere. However, some found the plot to be predictable or overly reliant on horror tropes. The film resonated with audiences interested in psychological thrillers with a unique protagonist.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its effective suspense and a strong central performance.
- Criticized by some for predictable plot twists and reliance on horror clichés.
- Lauded for its unique portrayal of a deaf protagonist navigating a dangerous situation.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally found the film to be a suspenseful and engaging thriller, with particular appreciation for Elisha Cuthbert's performance. Some viewers noted that while the plot had predictable elements, the film's tension and emotional core kept them invested.
Fun Fact
The film's lead, Elisha Cuthbert, learned basic American Sign Language for her role as Dot, who is deaf.
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