Silence is a 2010 film directed by Martin Scorsese and is rumored to star Daniel Day-Lewis and Benicio Del Toro. The film is based on the book by Shusaku Endo titled Chinmoku.
Silence Cast
- Daniel Day-Lewis (rumored)
- Benicio Del Toro (rumored)
- Gael Garcia Bernal (rumored)
Silence Synopsis
Two Jesuit priests, played by Daniel Day-Lewis and Benicio Del Toro, travel to Japan in the 17th century to oversee the establishment of an evangelical mission. When they arrive in Japan, they witness the power and brutality of the Japanese Shogunate regime, who in an attempt to stomp out all western influence, persecute Japanese Christians. In the face of inhumanity the two priests are forced to examine their personal and religious beliefs.IMDb: Silence
Silence News and Information
IF Magazine: Martin Scorsese makes vow of Silence (February 2, 2009)
Cinema Blend.com: Scorsese brings Day Lewis on a spirtual journey (February 2, 2009)
E! Online: Day-Lewis Del Toro pray for Silence (February 2, 2009)
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Fast Facts
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Tentative release date
2010
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Directed by Martin Scorsese
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Written by Jay Cocks and Martin Scorsese
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Adapted from novel Chinmoku
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Based on novel by Shusaku Endo
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Filming takes place in New Zealand
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Produced by Barbara De Fina and Graham King
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Editor
Thelma Schoonmaker
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Time Period
17th Century
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Setting
Japan
