Shoko’s fiercely protective younger sister poses as a boy early on to shield Shoko from predators. Sullivan perfectly balances Yuzuru’s gruff, defensive exterior with the terrified, grieving child underneath.
For years, purists have argued that the original Japanese audio track is the only way to experience the film. However, the has steadily gained a reputation as a rare anomaly: a localization that doesn’t just translate the script but elevates the emotional physics of the movie itself. A Silent Voice -Koe no Katachi- English Dub
If you are a first-time viewer, here is the rule of thumb: Shoko’s fiercely protective younger sister poses as a
Shoya’s single mother provides some of the most grounding moments in the film. Cravens’ delivery during the scene where Miyako confronts Shoya about his suicide attempt is a masterclass in maternal terror and unconditional love. However, the has steadily gained a reputation as
| Character | English Voice Actor | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Robbie Daymond | A popular voice actor known for roles in Sailor Moon and Persona 5 . | | Shoko Nishimiya | Lexi Cowden | As noted, a deaf actress who brings authentic nuance to the role. | | Young Shoya Ishida | Ryan Shanahan | Voices the younger, cruel version of Shoya in the elementary school flashbacks. | | Naoka Ueno | Kira Buckland | Voices the older Naoka, a complex character who struggles with her feelings for Shoya. | | Young Naoka Ueno | Gia Grace | Voices the younger Naoka, who participates in the bullying of Shoko. | | Yuzuru Nishimiya | Kristen Sullivan | Voices Shoko's protective younger sister. | | Tomohiro Nagatsuka | Graham Halstead | Voices Shoya's loud and loyal friend in high school. |