Saturday 12th September 2026
Location: Watergate Theatre, Parliament Street, Kilkenny. R95 D320
Join us for a special screening of A Silent Voice, the award-winning adaptation of the bestselling manga series from KKA Guest Director, Naoko Yamada. Adapted from the bestselling manga, A Silent Voice tells the story of Shoya, a young man haunted by his past as he remembers his relentless bullying of a deaf classmate during their school years. Years later, seeking redemption and a chance to make amends, he embarks on a moving journey that explores forgiveness, disability, mental health and the lasting impact of our actions. With sensitivity and visual grace, Naoko Yamada transforms a story about bullying into a profound reflection on communication, empathy and human connection. Praised by audiences and critics around the world, A SIlent Voice has received numerous awards. Before the screening, audiences will have the rare opportunity to hear from Naoko Yamada herself, KKA’s Guest Director, as she introduces the film and shares insights into its creation. Heartbreaking, hopeful and deeply human, A Silent Voice is a film that speaks volumes about the importance of being heard.
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