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Speechless
A mysterious, exotic and riveting drama about a nameless man discovered naked on a riverbank, who forms a bond with the hospital assistant who can communicate with him.
Drama 2012 93 mins
Director: Simon Chung
Overview
A mysterious, exotic and riveting drama about a nameless man who's discovered naked on a riverbank. Taken to hospital, he forms an increasingly close and sexual bond with a hospital assistant, who is the only person with whom he's able to communicate. As the beguiling stranger's predicament verges into dangerous territory, their relationship becomes crucial for his survival.
Contains strong sex and nudityRelated
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