Oliver Hermanus
Oliver Hermanus is a South African film director and screenwriter celebrated for his thought-provoking storytelling and exploration of complex themes. His work often delves into issues of identity, sexuality, and societal norms, making a significant impact in the film industry. Hermanus is recognized for his latest film, 'The History of Sound,' a queer musical romance, which showcases his ability to blend genres and challenge conventions. His contributions to cinema have earned him acclaim both locally and internationally.
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Oliver Hermanus directed The History of Sound.
Fire and Ash starring Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldaña, The History of Sound starring Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor
Australia· 2025-12-17
Oliver Hermanus is directing a film where Josh O’Connor plays a music student.
Dans « Rebuilding », le réalisateur Max Walker-Silverman met en scène la reconstruction d’un cow-boy meurtri par les flammes
France· 2025-12-17
Oliver Hermanus is the director of The History of Sound, working with actors to convey deep emotions through their performances.
The love affair that cast a spell on Paul Mescal and Josh O’ConnorAustralia· 2025-12-15The film The History of Sound was directed by Oliver Hermanus.
Paul Mescal, Josh O’Connor collect folk songs in tender ‘The History of Sound’
Taiwan· 2025-09-19
Oliver Hermanus directed the film The History of Sound.
The History of Sound is not the hot-hot-hot movie it’s being marketed as – it’s better
Canada· 2025-09-18Oliver Hermanus directed The History of Sound, which was well-received.
En el Festival de Cannes se premió la resistencia y se nos recordó espabilar antes de que sea demasiado tarde
Venezuela· 2025-05-26
Oliver Hermanus' film 'The History of Sound' is mentioned as potentially appealing to a wider audience.
Weniger Feminismus, mehr Weltpolitik: So endet das Filmfestival in Cannes
Luxembourg· 2025-05-25
Oliver Hermanus is the only African filmmaker selected for the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
Festival de Cannes : statistiquement, quel est le portrait-robot du lauréat de la Palme d’or ?France· 2025-05-24
Oliver Hermanus directed 'The History of Sound', which features the relationship between two men in rural America during World War I.
Festival de Cannes prossegue com mais três filmes na mostra competitiva
Brazil· 2025-05-22
Oliver Hermanus directed The History of Sound, which has received mixed reviews at Cannes.
The History of Sound review – Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor romance is full-bodied but tin-eared | Cannes film festival
United Kingdom· 2025-05-22
Oliver Hermanus directed the film 'The History of Sound', which is in competition for the Palme d'Or.
Paul Mescal, Naomi Campbell, Léna Mahfouf, Cara Delevingne, Nabilla... tapis rouge très sexy pour la montée des marches du film "The History of Sound" ce mercredi
Monaco· 2025-05-21
Oliver Hermanus directs the adaptation of Ben Shattuck’s short story.
The History of Sound – Paul Mescal tries hard but ultimately this romance is way too flimsy – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-05-21
Oliver Hermanus directed the film adaptation of 'The History of Sound'.
« La Forme et la couleur des sons », de Ben Shattuck : les réprouvés de la Nouvelle-AngleterreFrance· 2025-05-19
Oliver Hermanus's film The History of Sound is in the running for the main award.
Sākas Kannu kinofestivāls / Diena
Latvia· 2025-05-13
Oliver Hermanus is a South African director known for his film The History of Sound.
Las 22 películas en competición del 78º Festival de Cannes: aquí algunos de los tráileres | Cine | Entretenimiento
Ecuador· 2025-05-11
Oliver Hermanus directs 'The History of Sound,' featuring Paul Mescal.
Everything you need to know about the Cannes Film Festival 2025
United States· 2025-05-11
Oliver Hermanus snags two of the film world’s hottest leading men for his First World War-era queer love story.
Cannes opens under cloud of tariffs, but also rich stockpile of buzzy global cinemaCanada· 2025-05-09
Oliver Hermanus is in competition with The History of Sound at Cannes.
Pillion, Phoenician and Panahi: superb lineup set to extend Cannes’ Oscar-sweeping streak | Cannes film festivalUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-10
Oliver Hermanus is competing with the queer musical romance The History of Sound.
Cannes anunció las películas que competirán por la Palma de OroVenezuela· 2025-04-10
