The History of Sound

In a beautiful portrait of a bygone era, two talented music students—Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor—meet shortly before World War I. They decide to travel together and perform traditional folk music—a decision that will change their lives.

Lionel and David meet in a bar in New England, where their shared love of folk music brings them together. However, the outbreak of World War I drives them apart. After the war, they find each other again and travel through the heart of America while making music together. They are happy, but they know that, in the world they live in, their happiness cannot last.

Paul Mescal (Hamnet) and Josh O’Connor (The Mastermind) shine in a visually stunning and tragic love story by Oliver Hermanus (Living), filled with longing and nostalgia.