Sound and Fury

About This Movie

Sound and Fury is a raw and engaging documentary that dives into the lives of two American families, both grappling with the implications of cochlear implants for their deaf children. The film crafts a complex narrative around identity and the intersection of culture and technology, revealing the differing philosophies within the deaf community. The pacing feels organic, allowing moments of tension and tenderness to breathe. You get a real sense of the familial dynamics at play, and the emotional stakes are palpable. The performances, if you can call them that, come from a place of genuine feeling and conflict. It's a thought-provoking piece that doesn’t shy away from the hard questions about what it means to be deaf in a predominantly hearing world.

Explores deaf culture and identity · Highlights family dynamics and conflict · Thought-provoking with an intimate atmosphere