The Silence (1982)
The Silence is a 1982 short film directed by Michael Toshiyuki Uno. During the Vietnam War, soldier Jason is injured and separated from his platoon. Mei, a mysterious young woman, finds him and takes him into her home. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
Director: Michael Toshiyuki Uno
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Lynn Kuratomi as Mei |
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Eric Mansker as Sergeant Hayes |
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Seth Anthony Krakauer as Soldier |
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Jsu Garcia as Soldier |
| Directing | Michael Toshiyuki Uno | Director |
| Writing | Paul G. Hensler | Writer |