Sound

    Hello there! So for this post I was able to research anything in relation to the portfolio project, so I decided to do sound since it's very important.  

    There are many different and unique sounds used in films. Sounds make up a film, and without sound the film would be bland. You might think that the visuals are the most important part of the film but that's just not true at all. Although the story is being portrayed through visuals, sound enhances and makes the film feel impactful and complete.

    A lot goes into creating and finding the right sounds. The first sound created during film making is the dialogue. Dialogue is also the most important sound in the film because it conveys the story and allows the audience to understand the plot and the character's emotions. The dialogue is also what keeps the audiences listening and engaged. Once the dialogue is edited and finished then all of the other sound effects are made.

    One of the types of sound effects made post production are Foley sounds. This is my favorite type of sound effect because it's so unique. I like how the Foley artists are able to perfectly replicate what it would actually sound like in the film. Without Foley artists some of the most common sounds like walking and body movements wouldn't be in most movies.

    This video from YouTube of Wicket eating a snack is a perfect representation of Foley sounds and other sound effects and how they make the film so much better. By adding the subtle footsteps of Wicket walking on the grass, the scene feels more real and finer. Without sound effects films wouldn't be as significant as they are. Sound is so important because it adds depth and texture to the visuals of the film, sets the mood and builds tension, and it helps express narrative elements that might not be fully shown by the visuals alone. I could use the knowledge I gained on sound effects and techniques to construct a better film opening sequence by creating and using sounds, in relation to the visuals being shown, to make the film feel as if it's coming to life.