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The Sound of Waves

  • 2023
  • 1h 17m
IMDb RATING
5.9/10
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The Sound of Waves (2023)
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An aspiring actress finds herself questioning her past when her new role has her confront it.An aspiring actress finds herself questioning her past when her new role has her confront it.An aspiring actress finds herself questioning her past when her new role has her confront it.

  • Director
    • Chris Frint
  • Writers
    • Tyler Dowey
    • William Green
  • Stars
    • Alex Frnka
    • Tom Phelan
    • Ione Butler
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.9/10
    53
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    • Director
      • Chris Frint
    • Writers
      • Tyler Dowey
      • William Green
    • Stars
      • Alex Frnka
      • Tom Phelan
      • Ione Butler
    • 9User reviews
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    • Awards
      • 4 wins total

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    Alex Frnka
    Alex Frnka
    • Jenna
    Tom Phelan
    Tom Phelan
    • Ethan
    Ione Butler
    Ione Butler
    • Tess
    Elizabeth Lazan
    Elizabeth Lazan
    • May
    Soda Persi
    Soda Persi
    • Katheryn
    Patrick L. Peterson
    Patrick L. Peterson
    • Brian
    • Director
      • Chris Frint
    • Writers
      • Tyler Dowey
      • William Green
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    9cwells-575-680347

    A fun romantic film

    The Sound of Waves is about an actress named Jenna, played by Alex Frnka, who auditions for an exciting new role but is conflicted when she finds out that her love interest, Ethan, is played by Tom Phelan, who is also the writer of the play. Both of them have to confront their past, making acting opposite each other more challenging. At first, Jenna almost loses the part, but her audition is so good that everyone involved knows she's the best and only choice.

    Soda Persi, who plays Kathryn, the play's director, brings a fresh take to her role and good energy to every scene she's in.

    The Sound of Waves is a fun film with good acting all around and excellent casting. The production value was impressive, very polished for a low-budget indie. The editing maintained a good pace, and the overall story was enjoyable to watch. I thought I knew how it would end, only to be pleasantly surprised. I also liked how the film ties in the ocean with the story.
    8kjs1144

    Great Concept

    The Sound of Waves is a romance film with a unique concept, an actress and an actor confront their past while in character for their acting roles. I'm usually not a big fan of romance movies, but I have to say, this one really kept my interest the entire time and I found it very enjoyable. The pacing was really good, it didn't drag. And I thought the actors did a great job. The script is really well written and engaging. The director did a great job with all shot compositions. I also find it fascinating when the characters in a movie have to act as other characters, and this movie has plenty of that. Give this one a watch!
    8cunbc

    Good Love Story

    For starters, good movie. The pacing was good and the acting was good. This movie was written well. I think that this is a movie a lot of actors can relate to and may touch a nerve. This movie touches on how on set relationships can get started or rekindled. The actors definitely displayed that relational tension. Can you date or be married to an actor? Can you maintain a successful career and a relationship with someone who is not an actor? Big balancing act. All of these questions came to mind when viewing this movie. Brought up some old memories and questions I had about this subject for many years. The director and writer nailed it with this one. Overall, is was a beautiful story.
    9catheraneskillen

    Not To Be Missed

    This is one of the best indie films I've seen. Very watchable. It kept me interested all the way through and I was disappointed when it ended. The two leads, Alex Frnka and Tom Phelan, were very natural and so real I felt like I was eavesdropping. Patrick L. Peterson, the Stage Manager, was excellent. His character was understated and he hit just the right notes without it feeling pushed. The dialogue was realistic and carried the story along nicely. The director, cameraperson and editor should be commended. The close ups, the flashbacks, the montage at the end were right on. Without giving anything away there were a couple of character choices I questioned, but it's nit picking when the overall film was so good, and I would have loved to see what happened next. Maybe in a part two? Anyway, this is definitely worth watching.
    10mrcthedj

    Thespians, Lesbians, and the Indomitable Human Heart

    Ethan and Jenna were a couple of thespians who fell in love. But when Jenna came out as a lesbian, Ethan pulled the plug. Fast forward 10 years and now Ethan and Jenna are ancient history. They say write what you know. So Ethan pours it all into a script. He partners up with Katheryn, a director and they hold a casting for the play. Guess who shows up? You'll have to watch the film to find out-okay, it's Jenna. Jenna shows up, slays the sides and nails the part. Then Jenna reads the rest of the script...Okay, now you've really got to watch the film. You see, Ethan (Tom Phelan) and Jenna (Alex Frnka) could easily be real-life partners. Their chemistry is that good. Also expect a standout performance from Ione Butler.

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    • Release date
      • June 10, 2023 (United States)
    • Country of origin
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    • Language
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    • Filming locations
      • Whittier, California, USA
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      • Close Call Entertainment
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      • 1h 17m(77 min)
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