
The Silent One
HD
4.7
92 minA 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.
Tagline:
A Story of Superstition, Ignorance, Reason and Love.Country:
NZ, USGenre:
Family, Fantasy, DramaReleased:
1984-06-14Languages:
EnglishCompanies:
The Gibson Group
