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From one of Iran's most celebrated filmmakers, comes The Silence, a hypnotic symphony of visual and aural rhythms. The Silence follows the life of Khorshid, a blind, 10 year old boy who experiences the w orld through sound. Living with his mother in a small village in Tajikistan, Khorshid earns money turning musical instruments. Nadereh, the beautiful young protégée of the instrument maker for whom Khorshid works, acts as his ey es, fetching him every day at the bus stop and leading him through the streets to his destination. Sometimes on th e way, a conversation or melody attracts Khorshid's attention and he loses himself in the compelling harmonies of the city and everyday life. About to lose his job and his home, Khorshid creates a world where he can be happy wh ere hypnotic sounds and the music of the world shows him how to experience life.
ISBN: B00005KA8K
Author: Director: Mohsen Makhmalbaf
Category: Film
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