The Silent One
1984, English. Directed by Yvonne Mackay.
A Story of Superstition, Ignorance, Reason and Love.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Details
- Released
- 14 June 1984
- Country
- New Zealand
- Written by
- Ian Mune
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The Silent One runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
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The Silent One isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Silent One?
If you liked The Silent One, try I Believe, The Little Princess, Where the Red Fern Grows.
Who directed The Silent One?
The Silent One (1984) was directed by Yvonne Mackay and stars Telo Malese, George Henare, Anzac Wallace.