Unspoken Truth: A Powerful Film About Stuttering and Self-Expression

The new short film Unspoken Truth (De Waarheid) by director Irmo Stijnberg marks a possible first in the Dutch film industry: it is the first Dutch film about stuttering, directed by someone who stutters himself.
 
AMSTERDAM - Oct. 31, 2024 - PRLog -- Stijnberg draws from personal experience and offers viewers a unique perspective on what it is like to stand firm in a work culture focused on fast and fluent communication.

In the film, we follow Timothy, a dedicated graphic designer who is unexpectedly accused of inappropriate behavior. As the only employee in his company who stutters, he finds it difficult to tell his side of the story.

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Actor Mike Bloemberg plays Timothy and convincingly portrays his character's struggles, despite not stuttering in real life. Director Stijnberg does stutter, and through his actor, he allows the viewer to experience what that is like. There is no moral message or finger-wagging here; the film speaks for itself. With Unspoken Truth, Stijnberg shows, without a moralizing tone, how challenging it can be to be taken seriously as a person who stutters in a world primarily geared towards speed and profit. At a pivotal moment, we even get a glimpse into Timothy's thoughts, allowing us to experience the inner reality of stuttering. The film brings Timothy's frustration, vulnerability, and strength to life in a way that is both confronting and insightful.

The film's positive and determined conclusion is commendable. This hopeful ending underscores that perseverance can overcome even the greatest obstacles, making Unspoken Truth not only a story about stuttering and personal strength but also an inspiring portrait of individuals navigating a demanding world.

Stijnberg states: "I have often been told that because I stutter, I could never direct a film. People said you have to communicate a lot and talk quickly. At first, I believed that too, but I realized that as a director, I could take my place and take the time to say what I wanted and needed to say."

More information can be found on the film's official website:
https://censtudios.com/f/de-waarheid-2024

The private release took place on October 22, International Stuttering Awareness Day, in a packed cinema in Amsterdam. It was a special evening during which the film was received very positively. The audience was surprised by the profound impact of stuttering and found the film inspiring and captivating. They understood the message: stuttering poses a significant challenge to freedom of expression, and its impact is often underestimated.

Stijnberg and his producer, Moreno Koning, aim to participate in and premiere at film festivals to further spread the message.

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