On the outskirts of London, a Portuguese couple and parents of three, Bela and Jota, struggle to make ends meet. When a misunderstanding arises with their deaf daughter at school, the British social services become concerned for the safety of their children. The film portrays the tireless battle of these immigrant parents against strict laws in attempts to keep their children at home and their family intact. Listen won the Lion of the Future Award for a Debut Film as well as the Special Orizzonti Jury Prize at the 77th Venice Film Festival.