The importance of sound in media is highly evident in carrying out the narrative effectively.In the pre-historic era early 1800's-1900's films were generated without sound, refered to as motion pictures excluding sound (silent films).
1926 a year to memorise- Hollywood studio Warner Bros introduced the "Vitaphone" system, producing short films of live entertainment acts and public figures and adding recorded sound effects and orchestral scores to some of its major features.
During late 1927, Warners released The Jazz Singer, which was mostly silent but contained the first synchronized dialogue (and singing) in a feature film. It was a great success, as were follow-ups like Warners' The Lights of New York (1928)," the first all-synchronized-sound feature."
As years progressed the film industry was more prominent in including sound effects and sound techniques.
One of the earliest thriller movies was Harold Lloyd's comic Safety Last released in 1923 which predominantly was a silent picture- we began to see thriller films with added sounds in the late 1900's.
Sound brings an otherworldliness to what we watch. It is the faint whisper telling us of the gravity of an unfolding story. It strengthens the importance of a message, and can bring extra tears when we thought none were left. To exemplify the experience captured by watching silent films vs non-silent films is a video uploaded above as an explanation and portrayal of the different effects that can be created.
Diagetic (ambient) Sound- A representation of sound which is originated from the film world. This sound could also be referred to as ambient sound in which it clearly inhabits a sense of verisimilitude. Also it is a part of the narrative and complements the overall message that is being depicted. To exemplify here are some common sounds illustrated in films; Telephone ringing, Door creaking, Footsteps, breathing, wind, rain etc.
A few examples demonstrated within are production-
[Enter the Dr and Reporter, conversing regarding the patient’s health and mental state]
Dr: Nina Ward is a rather disturbed patient due to her past happenings; I am not able to contemplate her reaction to your questions. So please could you be careful and try not to touch a nerve she tends to get rather upset awfully quickly.
Reporter: Thank you doc, I shall be careful. Could you please direct me to her room and perhaps allow us to be alone. It’s just that commonly patients are hesitant as to what they say in front of their doctors.
Significance of sound within our production- Sound within our production is an important feature as it contributes to the thriller aspects creating suspense for our target audience. From dialogue we are clearly able to acknowledge the characters within the production. Furthermore the inclusion of diagetic sound builds the level of thrill experienced by the audience. Lastly, our soundtrack that was created on Garage Band is a mixture of sinister music and ambient sounds- which were exaggerated in order to add a thriller element to the when the sound takes place.
Diagetic (ambient) Sound- A representation of sound which is originated from the film world. This sound could also be referred to as ambient sound in which it clearly inhabits a sense of verisimilitude. Also it is a part of the narrative and complements the overall message that is being depicted. To exemplify here are some common sounds illustrated in films; Telephone ringing, Door creaking, Footsteps, breathing, wind, rain etc.
Non Diagetic - A portrayal of sound that is outside the origin of the narrative. Audience have the ability to hear these particular sounds but do not know were the source of the sound is. Moreover the characters are unaware of these sounds as they are delusional to the outside world of the narrative. Non-diagetic sound usually takes place in a form of a narrative voice, background music or a soundtrack.
We have further aspects of sound- parallel, contrapuntal and sound bridge.
Parallel sounds are effective in portraying the correct emotion suited to it's specific scene. For example; A scene containing a tragic happening will be complemented by subtle, dull sad music. Contrapuntal sound on the other hand, are unique and do not match emotions or actions of the scene, so a joyful and happy scene will include sinister music- an effective technique as the audience is aware of a bad happening in contrast to the characters who are unaware.
Sound bridges are when music or sounds flow continuously in the the next following scenes- gradually building smooth transitions from scene to scene.
(Diagetic) Dialogue
We have further aspects of sound- parallel, contrapuntal and sound bridge.
Parallel sounds are effective in portraying the correct emotion suited to it's specific scene. For example; A scene containing a tragic happening will be complemented by subtle, dull sad music. Contrapuntal sound on the other hand, are unique and do not match emotions or actions of the scene, so a joyful and happy scene will include sinister music- an effective technique as the audience is aware of a bad happening in contrast to the characters who are unaware.
Sound bridges are when music or sounds flow continuously in the the next following scenes- gradually building smooth transitions from scene to scene.
(Diagetic) Dialogue
A few examples demonstrated within are production-
[Enter the Dr and Reporter, conversing regarding the patient’s health and mental state]
Dr: Nina Ward is a rather disturbed patient due to her past happenings; I am not able to contemplate her reaction to your questions. So please could you be careful and try not to touch a nerve she tends to get rather upset awfully quickly.
Reporter: Thank you doc, I shall be careful. Could you please direct me to her room and perhaps allow us to be alone. It’s just that commonly patients are hesitant as to what they say in front of their doctors.
Significance of sound within our production- Sound within our production is an important feature as it contributes to the thriller aspects creating suspense for our target audience. From dialogue we are clearly able to acknowledge the characters within the production. Furthermore the inclusion of diagetic sound builds the level of thrill experienced by the audience. Lastly, our soundtrack that was created on Garage Band is a mixture of sinister music and ambient sounds- which were exaggerated in order to add a thriller element to the when the sound takes place.
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