Death Sounds a Quiet Gong

About This Movie

‘Death Sounds a Quiet Gong’ is a contemplative exploration of mortality through the lens of spoken word and imagery. Directed by Omar Zefier, it captures that haunting stillness, the kind of atmosphere that lingers in a dimly lit room. The pacing is deliberate, allowing viewers to really sit with the weight of the themes—loss, memory, and the ephemeral nature of existence. The documentary incorporates practical effects that enhance its dreamlike quality, drawing from the poetic foundation of its source material, published in the Tough Poets Review. It’s one of those films that invites you to reflect, and the performances feel raw and authentic, almost like you’re stepping into a personal diary.

Screened at Village Works, NYCRooted in poetry, enhances emotional depthDistinct approach to death and memory