# Music Within (2007)

> A witty, heartfelt biographical drama follows a hearing-impaired Vietnam veteran who turns personal hardship into a campaign for disability rights.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/8819

## Facts

- Runtime: 94 min
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Director: Steven Sawalich
- Cast: Ron Livingston, Melissa George, Michael Sheen, Marion Ross, Clint Jung, Ridge Canipe, Rebecca De Mornay, Janssen Van De Yacht
- TMDB rating: 6.5/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0422783/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: witty, compassionate, earnest, inspirational movie night, social justice viewing

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