The History of Sound review: a tender romance that whispers when it should roar

Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor shine in a beautifully shot film that aches with longing — but fears going deeper
The History of Sound review: a tender romance that whispers when it should roar

Josh O'Connor and Paul Mescal in The History of Sound

Fri, 23 May, 2025 - 12:00
Darragh Leen

The History of Sound ★★½

The History of Sound, directed with delicacy by Oliver Hermanus, is a tender, albeit timid, romantic affair.

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