Martin Scorsese’s Silence
Martin Scorsese’s film, Silence, tells the story of a young Jesuit who travels to 17th century Japan, where Christianity is outlawed, to find his old mentor.
The film is based upon a novel of the same name by the Japanese Catholic author Shusaku Endo. America has gathered here its coverage of Silence, including an interview with Martin Scorsese and a profile of Andrew Garfield.
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Exclusive: Martin Scorsese discusses his faith, his struggles, his films and “Silence.”
An exclusive interview with James Martin, S.J. and Martin Scorsese, the director of “Silence.”
Andrew Garfield played a Jesuit in Silence, but he didn’t expect to fall in love with Jesus.
There were so many things in the Exercises that changed me and transformed me, that showed me who I was…and where I believe God wants me to be.
Fr. James Martin answers 5 common questions about ‘Silence’
Even some thoughtful Christian observers seem to have missed a few essential themes.
‘Silence’ is a complex film about the nature of faith—it’s a wonder it ever got made.
Martin Scorsese’s new film will be elusive to the many and beloved by the few.
Martin Scorsese screens “Silence” for 300 Jesuits in Rome and meets with Pope Francis
The Oscar-winning director took questions from Jesuits around the world about his latest work and his own faith.

