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The History of Sound director talks about film’s queer love story

The History of Sound director on the importance of queer films not being weighed down by shame
  • The film The History of Sound premiered at the London Film Festival on Saturday at the Royal Festival Hall.
  • Director Oliver Hermanus spoke about the importance of queer film not being weighed down by shame.
  • Hermanus described the film as exploring the concept of not realising someone is the love of your life.
  • The movie is a tender period romance starring Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor, set during World War I and centred on music and memory.
  • The History of Sound is scheduled to arrive in UK cinemas in early 2026.
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