In 1917, Lionel — a young, talented music student — meets David at the Boston Conservatory, where they bond over a deep love of folk music. Years later, Lionel receives a letter from David, leading to an impromptu journey through the backwoods of Maine to collect traditional songs. This unexpected reunion, ensuing love affair, and the music they collect and preserve, will shape the course of Lionel’s life far beyond his own awareness.
NME – “A deeply sad movie about thwarted love, The History of Sound is essential viewing.” (full review here)
The Globe and Mail (Toronto) – “This is not a film to easily swoon over, but mournfully contemplate.” (full review here)
