The Listeners trailer teases more mysterious details in Rebecca Hall drama

The Listeners trailer teases more mysterious details in Rebecca Hall drama

As a movie critic with a background in psychology and a penchant for the unconventional, I must say that “The Listeners” has piqued my interest like a faint, yet insistent hum in a quiet room. The trailer hints at an intricate narrative that explores themes of isolation, community, and the human quest for understanding – topics that resonate deeply with me, given my own experiences navigating the labyrinthine complexities of the human psyche.


The show is adapted from Jordan Tannahill’s novel with the same title and features Rebecca Hall portraying Claire, a renowned English teacher. She starts experiencing an inexplicable low humming noise that only she seems to hear. As no apparent cause can be identified, this mysterious sound progressively disrupts her life’s harmony.

Afterward, Claire elucidates her sense of unreliability regarding her perceptions. Subsequently, Kyle (Ollie West), one of her students, enters the scene, offering comfort with the words, “Perhaps we could discuss this further.

The video additionally captures Claire undergoing various medical examinations, delving deeper into a mystery as she strives to understand this peculiar condition. It seems that the show might explore some less traditional territories.

You can watch the trailer in full below:

As a passionate cinephile, I can’t help but be drawn to this series that the BBC describes as mysterious, thought-provoking, and eerie. It promises to delve into the allure of the untamed and the enigmatic, the quest for the transcendent in our lives, the rise of conspiracy theories in Western societies, and the longing for unity and connection amidst our ever-widening divisions.

It’s packing a lot in, then!

As I delve deeper into the plot, it appears that Claire and Kyle will gradually drift away from their loved ones as they become entangled with an eclectic band of neighbors, headed by the captivating duo, Jo and Omar. Remarkably, these intriguing individuals assert that they can perceive a mysterious sound they call ‘The Hum’, claiming it to be a unique ability reserved for a select few like themselves.

As a cinephile, I’m thrilled to share that this upcoming series boasts an impressive ensemble of talented actors. Directed by the brilliant Janicza Bravo (Zola), the cast includes familiar faces like Colman Domingo (Hall) and Riz Ahmed (West). Joining them are Prasanna Puwanarajah (The Crown), Amr Waked (Ramy), Gayle Rankin (Men), Mia Tharia (Phoenix Rise), Franc Ashman (The Bastard Son and the Devil Himself, Inside Man), Samuel Edward-Cook (Peaky Blinders), Karen Henthorn (Coronation Street), Lucy Sheen (Ping Pong) and Ian Mercer (Doctors, All Creatures Great And Small). This diverse group promises to bring the story to life in a way that is both captivating and unforgettable.

Upon its initial unveiling, Lindsay Salt, head of BBC Drama, expressed her thoughts about the series as follows: “The Listeners is an engrossing tale that has been skillfully transformed into this suspenseful rendition. It masterfully combines elements of the mysterious with the essential human desire for connection.

I’m excited to collaborate with Jordan, Janicza, and Element Pictures, and I can hardly contain my enthusiasm for the audience to witness this extraordinary dramatic piece.

Previously, a teaser trailer was unveiled in September, showcasing close-up images of Claire while voiceovers from Hall were played: “I never thought my life could disintegrate so thoroughly. It was so trivial and insignificant, barely noticeable – a whisper almost. Or perhaps I could envision it? Maybe that was the issue.

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2024-11-08 13:33