The Silencing is a 2020 thriller film directed by Robin Pront. The story follows Rayburn Swanson, a former hunter who has given up his violent ways after losing his daughter many years ago. However, when a young girl goes missing in his hometown, Rayburn becomes involved in the search efforts.
The local sheriff, Alice Gustafson, enlists Rayburn's help in tracking down the kidnapper. As they investigate the case, they discover that the perpetrator is a sadistic killer who has been preying on young girls for years.
As they get closer to finding the culprit, the killer sets his sights on Rayburn and Alice. They soon find themselves in a dangerous game of cat and mouse, with their lives on the line.
The film stars Nikolaj Coster-Waldau as Rayburn and Annabelle Wallis as Alice. The Silencing received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its suspenseful storyline and strong performances while others criticized its pacing.