The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter (1968)

Singer is a deaf-mute whose small world brings him in contact with a young girl, Mick, who cherishes a seemingly hopeless dream of becoming a concert pianist. At first hostile, Mick soon becomes friends with Singer, hoping to enlarge his small world. Three other central characters come to Singer for help also, each of them seeing in him a powerful force.

Genres: Drama

What to watch after The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter

• A Perfect World (1993)
• Destiny (1921) — Same feel: dramatic, reflective
• Places in the Heart (1984)
• A Love Song for Bobby Long (2004) — Same feel: dramatic, reflective
• Passion Fish (1992) — Same feel: empathetic, dramatic
• Wait Until Dark (1967)