The Silence

The Silence

1982 · 30 min · ★ 6.8

The Silence is a 1982 short film directed by Michael Toshiyuki Uno. During the Vietnam War, soldier Jason is injured and separated from his platoon. Mei, a mysterious young woman, finds him and takes him into her home. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.

Directed by Michael Toshiyuki Uno · Written by Paul G. Hensler

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