Where to start withThe Silence
3 versions · originally a film, 1963
Themes: Sisterhood, Communication Breakdown, Existential Angst, Isolation, War Anxiety.
Start with The Silence (Ingmar Bergman, 1963) — the film. The Silence exists in 3 versions across media, beginning as a film in 1963; each is ranked below by what it does best.
Each iteration of The Silence dissects the disintegration of human connection amidst the looming shadow of existential or societal collapse.
✦ Most fans start here
The Silence (1963)
The original movie
✦ Start hereThe Silence
Ingmar Bergman · Film · 1963
The Silence (1963) remains the definitive cinematic exploration of psychological isolation, capturing the stifling, claustrophobic tension between three travelers trapped in a hotel during an impending, unnamed war.
2021 series
The Silence
Marjan Alčevski · Series · 2021
The Silence (2021) adapts the premise into a gritty procedural format, focusing on the investigative hunt for truth behind mysterious deaths occurring across Croatia and Ukraine.
2021 book
The Silence
Don DeLillo · Book · 2021
The Silence (2021) novel offers a literary meditation on modern catastrophe, centering on five individuals during a 2022 Super Bowl Sunday that forces a confrontation with profound personal silence.
Common questions
Is The Silence (1963) related to the 2021 book or television series?
No, The Silence (1963) is a standalone film directed by Ingmar Bergman. It shares a title with the 2021 book and the 2021 television series, but these are entirely separate works with different creators and narratives.
Should I watch The Silence (1963) before reading the 2021 book titled The Silence?
There is no narrative connection between these titles. You do not need to watch the 1963 film to understand the 2021 book, as they are distinct projects released decades apart with no shared continuity or source material.
How long is the 1963 film The Silence?
The Silence (1963) has a runtime of approximately 96 minutes. It is a distinct cinematic work that should not be confused with the 2021 television series or the 2021 book of the same name.
Are the 2021 television series and the 2021 book titled The Silence connected?
Yes, both the 2021 television series and the 2021 book titled The Silence share the same title and release year. They are separate from the 1963 film, which is an unrelated project directed by Ingmar Bergman.