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The History of Sound

2025, Movie, 2h 7min

In 1917, two young music students attending the Boston Conservatory bond over their mutual love of folk music. They reconnect a few years later, embarking on a song collecting trip in the backwaters of Maine.

"The History of Sound" — history, music and romance movie produced in Sweden, Italy, USA and UK and released in 2025. It has a good rating on IMDb: 6.9 stars out of 10. It is a feature-length film with a runtime of 2h 7min. "The History of Sound" is not currently available to stream in Ireland. Save it and we'll notify you when it's available! Make sure to turn on push notifications as well.

Country: Sweden,Italy,United States,United Kingdom

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Reviews

Critic James Mottram

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This decade-spanning tale is exquisitely told by director Oliver Hermanus.

Read full review at Radio Times

Critic Ryan Lattanzio

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Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor make love and music in Oliver Hermanus’ affecting wartime romance.

Read full review at Indie Wire

Critic Lou Thomas

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Mescal and O’Connor deliver the acting goods and the tale is told briskly, while exquisite American roots music is threaded deftly throughout the soundtrack, adding a real depth to the lush, romantic environment.

Read full review at Nme

Critic Gregory Ellwood

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That quiet, subtle love affair. That charismatic pairing between Mescal and O’Connor, which, for a moment, feels like a cinematic romance for the ages.

Read full review at The Playlist

Frequently asked questions

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Set against the backdrop of World War I, "The History of Sound" follows two music students from the Boston Conservatory who discover a deep friendship through their shared passion for folk music. As they navigate their dreams and personal struggles, their bond grows stronger with each song they uncover. Years later, they reunite for an adventurous journey into the heart of rural Maine, where they seek to capture the soulful melodies and stories of ordinary people. This poignant film beautifully intertwines themes of love, loss, and the power of music as it explores historical moments that shape human connection. Through rich storytelling and heartfelt performances, it invites viewers to reflect on how sound can echo across time and transform lives.

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The History of Sound is currently unavailable to stream in undefined on the streaming services we have in our catalogue

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