Trapped in Silence

Trapped in Silence

1986 · 94 min · ★ 6.5 · Drama, TV Movie

A compelling drama about a silent, violent teenager. Kevin suffers from elective mutism and no one has ever heard him utter a word.

Directed by Michael Tuchner · Written by Torey Hayden

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