Overseasidol.com — On the morning of September 19, the film “Sound of Silence” released its official trailer and poster, confirming its premiere date on October 4.
The story follows Li Qi (played by Tan Jianci), a lawyer born into a deaf family, who becomes entangled in a fraud case targeting the deaf community.
As he gains fame and fortune from the case, he soon realizes the scam is far more complicated than expected.
In a struggle between desire and conscience, Li Qi must decide which path to take.
The film is partially inspired by the real-life experiences of lawyer Zhang Qi, a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults) attorney.
The trailer opens with intense drama, portraying Li Qi as a “gray lawyer” with a complex personality.
Skilled in sign language but detached from his roots, Li Qi refuses to help those in need unless they can pay his high fees.
He enjoys the life of luxury brought by success, yet his inner conflict emerges when he declares, “I want to speak for them,”.
The preview hints at his hidden conscience, torn between morality and ambition.
The poster adds symbolic depth. It shows Li Qi standing in a sleek suit inside four giant ears, as if trapped in a silent cage.
His feet rest on the shoulders of deaf individuals, symbolizing how elite success is often built on exploiting vulnerable groups.
A beam of light cuts through the ears, reflecting his dual role as both an insider of the silent world and a seeker of truth.
With its sharp social commentary, suspenseful plot, and Tan Jianci’s layered performance, “Sound of Silence” is set to spark conversation when it hits theaters this October.
