The Silent One
A Story of Superstition, Ignorance, Reason and Love.
Genres
Overview
A baby is washed up on a Pacific Island and is adopted by a childless woman. The tribal priest takes an instant dislike to the child, proclaiming him a demon. The child is deaf and mute and therefore excluded from hunting with the other young men. Out of loneliness, he befriends a white turtle. When a drought befalls the island, the priest blames the silent one. When the chief protects the boy, the priest plots the chiefs' downfall.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
92 min
Release Date
1984-06-14
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
3
Vote Average
4.7
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