Silent Voice

Silent Voice is a documentary about Khavaj, a promising MMA fighter from Chechnya who flees to Brussels after his brother discovers he is gay and threatens to kill him. The film follows Khavaj during his first few months in Belgium as he struggles with the impact of exile and the loss of his connections to his homeland. While attempting to build a new identity, he finds peace and solace in the silence of a planetarium.

The film was directed by Reka Valerik, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Anaïs Lloret. It is a joint production between Belgium and France, produced by Need Productions and Dublin Films. The cast features Ruben Francq appearing as himself and Pierre.

Released on November 18, 2020, the film has a runtime of 51 minutes. It has received a positive reception from its audience, holding a rating of 7.2/10 on IMDb based on 67 votes.