The History of Sound
The History of Sound | |
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Directed by | Oliver Hermanus |
Written by | Oliver Hermanus Ben Shattuck |
Based on | The History of Sound by Ben Shattuck |
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Cinematography | Alexander Dynan |
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Country | United Kingdom |
Language | English |
The History of Sound is an upcoming historical romantic drama film directed by Oliver Hermanus. It is based on the short story of the same name by Ben Shattuck about two men who fall in love while traveling together to record the stories and songs of their countrymen during World War I.
Cast
- Paul Mescal as Lionel
- Josh O'Connor as David
Production
Hermanus landed the job of director just as the
Principal photography was originally going to take place on location in the United Kingdom, United States, and Italy in summer 2022,[2] but was postponed due to Mescal and O'Connor's scheduling conflicts.[4] Production was rescheduled for after Hermanus completed Mary & George,[5] starting in Massachusetts.[3] In January 2024, it was reported principal photography would begin soon;[6] it officially commenced on 28 February as confirmed by Hermanus.[7]
Crew allegedly attached to The History of Sound were spotted at the restaurant 10th & Willow in
Release
CAA Finance Media will distribute the film in the United States, whilst the London-based Embankment Films is handling international distribution.[10]
References
- ^ Eloff, Herman (29 October 2021). "SA filmmaker Oliver Hermanus to direct new film starring Josh O'Connor and Paul Mescal". Channel24. Retrieved 29 October 2021.
- ^ a b Hipes, Patrick (29 October 2021). "Josh O'Connor And Paul Mescal To Star In 'The History Of Sound'; Oliver Hermanus To Direct WWI Love Story – AFM". Deadline. Retrieved 29 October 2021.
- ^ a b Welch, Rebecca (18 January 2023). "Kick Off 2023 By Getting Cast in Films With Paul Mescal, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, and More". Backstage. Retrieved 19 January 2023.
- ^ James, Alastair (19 May 2022). "Paul Mescal says gay drama The History of Sound with Josh O'Connor won't happen this year". Attitude. Retrieved 8 September 2022.
- ^ McKay, Bronwyn (19 May 2023). "Oliver Hermanus' delayed film with Josh O'Connor and Paul Mescal coming to fruition – 3 years later". News24. Retrieved 25 May 2023.
- ^ James, Alastair (11 January 2024). "Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor led The History of Sound reported to begin filming". Attitude. Retrieved 28 February 2024.
- ^ Damshenas, Sam. "The History of Sound director says Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor are "on fire" in gay drama". Gay Times. Retrieved 6 March 2024.
- ^ Impaglia, Samantha (5 March 2024). "The History of Sound Starring Paul Mescal Filming at 10th + Willow in Hoboken". Hoboken Girl. Retrieved 6 March 2024.
- ^ Anderton, Joe (11 March 2024). "First look at Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor in new gay romance". Digital Spy. Retrieved 21 March 2024.
- ^ "The History of Sound". Embankment Films. Retrieved 19 February 2022.
External links
- The History of Sound at IMDb