

In 1917, two young music students attending the Boston Conservatory bond over a 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 (2025) is a drama, romance, and music film directed by Oliver Hermanus. It stars Paul Mescal, Josh O'Connor, and Molly Price. The film runs for 2 hours 8 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.8 out of 10 from 124 votes.

Paul Mescal
Lionel

Josh O'Connor
David

Molly Price
Lionel's Mother

Alison Bartlett
Samantha

Michael Schantz
Bob

Chris Cooper
Older Lionel

Raphael Sbarge
Lionel Sr.

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The History of Sound stars Paul Mescal, Josh O'Connor, Molly Price, and Alison Bartlett, and was directed by Oliver Hermanus.
The History of Sound has a runtime of 2 hours 8 minutes.
The History of Sound was released in 2025.
The History of Sound is a drama, romance, and music film.
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