Sound for Moving Pictures presents a new and original sound design theory called the Four Sound Areas framework, offering a conceptual template for constructing, deconstructing, and communicating all types of motion picture soundtracks.
- Presenting a cutting-edge framework which will be of interest to both aspiring and practicing professionals in sound design for all manner of media
- Author has impressive professional credentials, with more than 700 IMDb credits.
- An excellent addition to our growing 'Sound Design' series
Whether you're an experienced film practitioner or a student at the beginning of your career, an academic looking for a deeper understanding of sound design or a teaching professional designing a Master's degree module, or even a lecturer or student involved in the wider topic of film studies, there is a wealth of theoretical, practical and applicable knowledge contained within this educational, informative and entertaining book.
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Neil Hillman, PhD, is a highly experienced sound designer, production sound mixer and scholar who contributes to both multi-million budgeted feature films and crowd-funded indie movies. His PhD investigated emotion within sound design and considered enhanced audience engagement through the thoughtful use of the soundtrack.
1 Introduction
PART 1 Constructing the soundtrack
2 Emotion in sound design
3 Validating a new approach
PART 2 Deconstructing the soundtrack
4 The Four Sound Areas
5 Applying the Four Sound Areas
6 Reflections on practice
PART 3 Communicating the soundtrack
7 Adding to the lexicon
8 Closing thoughts
9 Appendices
10 Credits
Glossary
References
Index