IMDb 5 2020 HD

Unsound

Unsound

2020
Drama
88 min TV-14 USA
8 / 10
5 IMDB

A disillusioned musician's romantic spark is ignited by a young trans man as they work together to save his community nightclub for the deaf.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Ian Watson
Starring
Reece Noi / Yiana Pandelis / Christine Anu / Todd McKenney / Paula Duncan

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

heartfelt romantic community sensitive hopeful moving authentic important earnest pleasant quiet well-intentioned

Reviews

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Sophia Chen
Apr 2, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

A film that prioritises warmth and message, 'Unsound' presents a story of a musician and a trans man joining forces for a cause close to their hearts: saving a nightclub for the deaf. The performances by Reece Noi…

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Julian Finch
Apr 2, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

'Unsound' is a quietly powerful exploration of love and community activism. The central pairing of Reece Noi and Yiana Pandelis is electric, their chemistry driving the narrative forward with an infectious energy. The film's commitment to its subject…

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Isabelle Dubois
Apr 2, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

This is a film with a big heart, though its impact is somewhat diluted by a familiar narrative arc. 'Unsound' tells the story of a musician and a young trans man uniting to save a deaf community's nightclub.…

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Marcus Bellwether
Apr 2, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

'Unsound' offers a refreshingly unique premise, following a disillusioned musician finding unexpected connection with a young trans man as they rally to protect a vital nightclub for the deaf. The direction, though helmed by an unknown hand, imbues…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 2, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Director Unknown crafts a narrative that is both tender and urgent in 'Unsound'. The film hinges on the chemistry between Reece Noi and Yiana Pandelis, who navigate a burgeoning romance against the backdrop of a fight to save…

FAQs

By centering a nightclub for the deaf and featuring a trans protagonist, 'Unsound' has the potential to foster greater understanding and visibility for these communities. It offers a platform for stories that are often underrepresented, promoting empathy and dialogue. The film's exploration of these themes could contribute to a broader cultural conversation about inclusivity and representation in cinema.