After a confrontation with one of his idols dashes his dreams of studying public speaking in college, Richard Pimentel joins the Army and ships off to Vietnam. During his service, Richard loses nearly all of his hearing. Joining a new circle of friends, including a man with cerebral palsy and an alcoholic war veteran, Richard discovers his gift for motivational speaking and becomes an advocate for people with disabilities.
| Year | 2007 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Comedy, Drama |
| Director | Steven Sawalich |
| Runtime | 94 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.4/10 (71 votes) |
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The film constructs its narrative around the stark transition from the chaos of war to the profound silence its protagonist must navigate. It explores the discovery of a new voice and purpose, relying on Ron Livingston's grounded and sincere performance to anchor the emotional journey.
What lingers after the credits is a sense of genuine uplift, a story that champions resilience and community without resorting to easy sentimentality. It's a quiet testament to turning personal struggle into advocacy. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Steven Sawalich
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