THE HISTORY OF SOUND (2026) | Kritik, Review & Analyse | German Deutsch | Amazon Prime Video

With THE HISTORY OF SOUND, director Oliver Hermanus presents a moving historical drama about music, memory, and an extraordinary relationship set against the backdrop of the early 20th century. Based on the short story by Ben Shattuck, the film tells the story of two young men whose shared passion for folk music brings them together and profoundly shapes their lives. Cast: Paul Mescal, Josh O'Connor, Chris Cooper Director: Oliver Hermanus Screenplay: Ben Shattuck (based on his short story) Plot In 1917, Lionel and David meet at a music conservatory. Their shared enthusiasm for traditional folk music quickly binds them together. After the events of World War I, they reunite and embark on a journey through rural regions of the United States to collect traditional songs and stories and preserve them for the future. During this journey, a deep personal bond develops that will stay with both men for many years. Speaker: Nadja Kral Keywords: The History of Sound Review (German), Paul Mescal (2026), Josh O'Connor (2026), Amazon Prime Video (2026), Oliver Hermanus (2026), Historical Film, Romance Film, Filmtoast Review © Amazon MGM Studios https://www.filmtoast.de/   / filmtoastde     / filmtoastde     / filmtoast_de   https://www.filmtoast.de/podcast/