Audio

 Hey blog, welcome back! We are soon to transition into the filming and editing process, and hopefully, everything will turn out well. With that said, this blog won't be about filming but about audio. 

In a film, sound is one of the most important factors. There are many things sound does to a film, such as adding dimension, emotional impact, providing information on characters, and assisting viewer perception. In general, sound complements the visuals. Without sound, the popular films we know and love today would not be what they are.

Sound techniques:

One sound technique I plan on incorporating is diegetic sound. Diegetic sound is sound that exists in the narrative world. It typically uses sounds from the environment, dialogue, and sounds made from onscreen objects. For instance, we could use diegetic sound to show the sound of the equipment rumbling under her feet as she jumps and lands. Another way we could use diegetic sound is the chatter in the gym as she trains. These examples would help create the setting and atmosphere of the opening, creating further context within the film. 

Another technique I will utilize is a sound bridge. A sound bridge is used to transition from one scene to another. I want to use this sound technique to switch from Gianna's training to her at home secretly signing up when she hears a knock. The sound of her landings will be used to create a similar rhythm to the knocking at the door. This would ensure a smooth switch from one setting to another, making sure the audience does not get lost along the transition of scenes. 

Background Music: 

Background music is used to create a mood, tell a story, or convey a message. In my film opening, while Gianna is training, I want to use a song that is sort of upbeat. The reason is that I want to emphasize her dedication and the joy she has for gymnastics. I have looked for some copyright-free songs and my favorite one that I came by is Upbeat Drums with Stomps and Claps. Unless I find a more suitable song, I am certain that this is the chosen one.

Foley: 

Foley is a form of art. You need to be very creative and have good timing to effectively create an accurate foley sound. Foley artists create sound(s) in a studio which is paired with a visual on-screen in a studio. Foey sounds are recorded separately and usually use strange objects. For instance, crab legs were used to create the sounds of the monster from the film A Quiet Place (2018). 

I want to incorporate some foley sounds for my opening and I have some ideas for what specific sounds I should do. The grips that the gymnast has on will be put on, and they contain e metal rings so we could do a foley using keys or rings to use the sound of the metal. Another sound we could make is the dropping of the gym bag. Maybe hitting a book or something of similar material would create the same sound. Finally, we could make the sound of Gianna's landings from her skills. We could create this by hitting a soft mat with the same force as you would when you land.

Overall, I am excited to use sound to elevate my film opening, allowing it to create a specific mood, including more context, or simply emphasizing the setting!