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In 1917, Lionel (Paul Mescal), a young, talented music student, meets David (Josh O’Connor) at the Boston Conservatory, where they bond over a deep love of folk music.Years later, Lionel receives a letter from David, leading to an impromptu journey through the backwoods of Maine to collect traditional songs. This unexpected reunion, ensuing love affair, and the music they collect and preserve, will shape the course of Lionel’s life beyond his own awareness.
Based on the titular short story by Ben Shattuk (who has also written the screenplay), director Oliver Hermanus follows the Oscar®-nominated Living with this melancholic love story. Anchored by a pair of astounding performances from two of contemporary cinema’s finest talents in Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor, The History of Sound is an understated and deeply felt portrait of the echoes of passionate connection.
Image Credit: © Focus Features
Oliver Hermanus | United Kingdom, Sweden, United States, Italy | 2025 | 127 mins | 15
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