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Stephen Sachs (play)
Stephen Sachs (teleplay)
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20 April 2008 (USA) more
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Family drama about a deaf and hearing couple who struggle to decide whether or not to give their deaf son a cochlear implant. | add synopsis
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Unique and eye-opening drama / Very enjoyable! more (13 total)
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(Cast overview, first billed only)| Jeff Daniels | ... | Dan Miller | |
| Marlee Matlin | ... | Laura Miller | |
| Ed Waterstreet | ... | Max | |
| Phyllis Frelich | ... | Sally | |
| Sonya Walger | ... | Joanna Tate | |
| David Oyelowo | ... | Leonard Grisham | |
| Noah Valencia | ... | Adam Miller | |
| Rosemary Forsyth | ... | Louise MIller | |
| Bradford English | ... | Henry Miller | |
| Lily Knight | ... | Judge | |
| Jack Laufer | ... | Dr. Carl Harvey | |
| Christopher Gartin | ... | Dr. Weisman | |
| Deanne Bray | ... | Dr. Walters | |
| Colleen Flynn | ... | Priscilla Scott | |
| Steve Cell | ... | Jerry Scott |
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"Sweet nothing in my ear" is the story (told in retrospect) about a hearing man, his deaf wife and his deaf son and the controversial debate over what is normal and acceptable for all involved.
To tell you the truth, I had not planned to watch this film. Just as a fluke the channel ended up on Hallmark when the program began and as it progressed I was compelled and drawn into the story of hearing and deafness and family and differences and likeness.
I was impressed and appreciative of the way it was handled... with voices being heard for those signing instead of "speaking" as they sign- true to life.
The story was freshly told in a way that allowed the viewer to see all sides of the issue of hearing versus deafness. I also frankly was mesmerized by how those who are deaf can be included and participate in so many experiences that I hadn't realized they could be included in such as going to the movies. The whole telephone set/video was so "Jetson's like" and the trivia of all of those in history who accomplished great and every-day things who were deaf.
At the same time allowing to see the side of the hearing father who mostly was immersed in the deaf world (i.e. his wife, son, in-laws...) and how it excluded him at times.
Truly, I think that if you enjoy family drama- you will enjoy this movie. If you enjoy Hallmark movies as a rule- you will enjoy this movie. If you enjoy films with emotional conflict and human struggle- you will enjoy this movie.
"Sweet nothing in my ear" is a great movie. I gave it a 9 because it not only dealt with such an issue we don't always get to see from every side and did it in a way that all sides can enjoy and appreciate.