The Silence
1982, English. Directed by Michael Toshiyuki Uno.
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.
- Runtime
- 0h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 1 January 1982
- Written by
- Paul G. Hensler
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The Silence runs 30 minutes (0h 30m).
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Which OTT platform is The Silence on?
The Silence isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 January 1982. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Silence?
If you liked The Silence, try Casualties of War, Brand Upon the Brain!, Censor.
Who directed The Silence?
The Silence (1982) was directed by Michael Toshiyuki Uno and stars Lynn Kuratomi, Eric Mansker, Seth Anthony Krakauer.