This is a really touching and inspiring movie. Kiefer Sutherland was excellent.

Anyone who has become a fan of Kiefer Sutherland because of "24" should check this out. Most people know his work in "Lost Boys", but many have not heard of "Trapped in Silence". He's absolutely marvelous!

I saw this movie when it was televised in 1986. It is a superb movie. Both Sutherland and Mason do an excellent job in their roles. Wonderful acting.

I'm surprised no-one has rated this movie yet. It's an unsung little tv movie gem that you should see for an early Kiefer Sutherland performance that's guaranteed to make you cry. Marsha Mason stars as a child psychiatrist that is saddled with an "incurable" case that no-one else wants.. a violent teen who won't speak and seems to be afraid of everything. Slowly she gains his trust and learns the horrible truth behind what happened to him. While Kiefer only has a supporting role he makes every scene he's in count. And the emotional moment of truth is devastating. May be a bit dated but the impact is still there.