The film is directed by Darius Marder, who co-wrote the feature with Abraham Marder.

Summary: Based on the Newbery Awardr-Winning Book by William H. Armstrong. This trailer includes captions, as does the movie itself, so that hearing and non-hearing audiences can experience Ruben's journey.

The film is set to arrive in select theaters on November 20 and on Prime Video on December 4. But in “Sound of Metal,” one drummer must cope with the idea that he can no longer perform due to something out of his control. He is told by a specialist that his condition will worsen quickly, leading Ruben to believe that his music career and life as he knows it is over. Suddenly, he begins to lose his hearing. The heartwarming tale of a young boy's courageous journey to find his father. With Carl Lumbly, Suzzanne Douglas, Daniel Lee Robertson III, Peter MacNeill. Marder co-wrote the film with Abraham Marder based on a story he conceived with “Blue Valentine” and “The Place Beyond the Pines” writer-director Derek Cianfrance. 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Copyright © 2020 Penske Business Media, LLC. The supporting cast also includes Lauren Ridloff and Mathieu Amalric. Sounder is a 1972 American DeLuxe Color drama film in Panavision directed by Martin Ritt, and starring Cicely Tyson, Paul Winfield, and Kevin Hooks. Riz Ahmed is a drummer struggling with hearing loss in the moving trailer for 'Sound of Metal,' the new movie from Darius Marder. It will then hit Prime Video a couple of weeks later on December 4. Darius Marder co-wrote the screenplay alongside Abraham Marder. Following the movie's premiere at TIFF, Amazon Prime scooped up the rights in what was said to be a contested situation, with Neon also said to be in the mix. Shaheem Sanchez, Chelsea Lee, Jeremy Stone and Mathieu Amalric round out the ensemble. Directed by Kevin Hooks. To someone who isn’t a fan, it can sound almost like an explosion of sound. You can watch the new trailer below. 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We soon discover that the drummer, Ruben, is suffering from rapid hearing loss, which sends him down an emotional pitfall. Robot’ Creator Sam Esmail Lands Two New Series On ABC, ‘Wireless’: Steven Soderbergh Talks Taking Quibi To The Next Level With Game-Changing Tech Thriller [Interview], ‘Smooth Talk’ & The Dark Side Of Attraction: Unpacking Female Perspectives In The Laura Dern-Starring Overlooked ’85 Classic [NYFF], Katherine Waterston Talks HBO’s ‘Third Day,’ ‘The World To Come’ & Her Desire For An ‘Alien’ Return [Interview], ‘The Knick’ Returns: Steven Soderbergh Says Barry Jenkins & André Holland Are Plotting A New Season & A Pilot Is Written [Exclusive], Director Steve McQueen & Cast Discuss ‘Lover’s Rock’: “An Image of Freedom” [NYFF], Carrie Coon Talks ‘The Nest,’ Filming During A Pandemic & The Importance Of Zippers In ‘Ghostbusters’ [Interview], Antonio Campos Talks The Challenges Of Making ‘The Devil All The Time’ [Interview], 'Pieces of a Woman': A Stunningly Complete Portrait of A Woman Under The Influence Of Grief [Venice Review], ‘The Salt Of Tears’: Philippe Garrel’s Latest Film Is An Evocative Look At Lost Love [NYFF Review], ‘Gangs of London’: Slick, Brutal Gangster Series Showcases Gareth Evans In Peak Form [Review], Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s ‘Wife Of A Spy’ Is A Beautifully Crafted, Twisty Thriller [San Sebastian Review], ‘Night Of The Kings’ Is A Striking Tribute To The Power Of Storytelling Set In An Ivorian Prison [NYFF Review], 'Best In Show' At 20: Christopher Guest Invented The Community Theater Of Bizarro Docs Before It Became Reality [Podcast], The Familiar, But Strange Relationships In Miranda July’s Films [Be Reel Podcast], ‘Almost Famous’ At 20: Is Cameron Crowe’s Film The Best Fake-Band Period Piece? The official “Sound of Metal” synopsis reads: “Ruben is a drummer and one half of the duo Blackgammon along with his singer girlfriend Lou (Olivia Cooke). Bert Hamelinck, Sacha Ben Harroche, Kathy Benz and Bill Benz serve as producers. Free (& Subscription) Games for All Platforms: New & Upcoming, Best of 2018: Film Awards and Nominations, Music title data, credits, and images provided by, Movie title data, credits, and poster art provided by. A former drug addict, he is sober for four years. Sounder Trailer: Based on the Newbery Awardr-Winning Book by William H. Armstrong. READ MORE: The 25 Best Movies Of 2020 We’ve Already Seen. Be sure to check out the trailer for yourself from the Amazon Prime Video YouTube channel. Amazon Nabs Riz Ahmed Hearing-Loss Drama 'Sound of Metal' After TIFF Raves, 'Sound of Metal' Review: Riz Ahmed Is Brilliant as a Heavy Metal Drummer Who Goes Deaf, Best of Emmy Awards FYC 2020: Let the Games Begin, Everything You Need to Know About 'Westworld' Season 3. Is 'Mulan' A Player In A Pandemic-Affected Oscar Season? The release timing suggests that the company feels they may have an Oscar contender on their hands. Dakota Johnson and Matthias Schoenaerts were originally cast in the lead roles until scheduling conflicts brought Ahmed and Cooke onto the project. Sound of Metal hits theaters on November 20.

He ultimately finds himself at a care facility that aims to help him cope with the hearing loss which, as a musician, is especially tough for him to handle. It’s loud, brash, and often very fast. Amazon has released a new trailer for Sound of Metal. Directed by Martin Ritt.

In our review, we said, “Marder believes devoutly in the power of actors and acting, preferring to get out of the way and let them show their stuff. Riz Ahmed leads the cast, which also includes Olivia Cooke, Paul Raci, Lauren Ridloff, Shaheem Sanchez, Chelsea Lee, Jeremy Stone, and Mathieu Amalric.

Amazon has released the first trailer for Sound of Metal, the feature directorial debut of Darius Marder. Riz Ahmed stars in Sound Of Metal, a festival favorite that’s soon heading to Amazon Prime, as Ruben, a punk drummer whose identity is undone by the revelation that his hearing is rapidly deteriorating.When he seeks treatment in a sober house for the deaf, Ruben must learn to embrace stillness and solitude after years spent pounding the skins in rowdy metal clubs.