Researching Sound in Film.

 

The different types of elements of sound in Film making:

1. Dialogue

The spoken words between characters, which help convey the story, emotions, and relationships. Through dialogue the audience can understand and connect with the narrative.

2. Sound Effects

Artificially created or enhanced sounds used to emphasize actions, events, and environments, such as footsteps, door creaks, or explosions. Making scenes more realistic and engaging. Enhances the overall atmosphere and can create suspense, excitement, or tension.

3. Music

The musical score or soundtrack that sets the mood, builds tension, and supports the narrative. It can include background music, theme songs, or character motifs. Music can evoke a wide range of emotions, from joy and excitement to sadness and fear, deeply affecting the audience's emotional experience. 

4. Ambience/Background Sound

Environmental sounds that provide context and a sense of place, like city noises, birds chirping, or wind blowing. Provides context and a sense of place, making the audience feel like they are in the film world. Background sounds can also subtly influence the mood and atmosphere.

5. Foley

Custom-created sound effects that enhance the realism of on-screen actions. Foley artists record sounds like footsteps, cloth movement, and object interactions. Foley sounds help the audience feel more connected to the characters and their interactions with the environment. 

6. ADR (Automated Dialogue Replacement)

The process of re-recording dialogue in a studio to improve audio quality or replace lines. This is also known as dubbing. It ensures clear and high-quality dialogue, allowing the audience to understand and follow the story without distractions. Also used to globalize a Film by dubbing it in another language.

7. Silence

The intentional absence of sound, which can create tension, focus the audience's attention, or emphasize a particular moment. Silence can be a powerful tool to heighten emotions and build anticipation. It is often used in horror movies right before a jump scare to put the audience on edge.

To research sound I used my class notes. I also watched this video and read this article.