I've been teaching a class on film as art, and this past week we covered sound in movies. This was always one of my favorite lessons when I was in film school because learning about it really opened me up to analyzing what you hear as well as what you see on the screen. There are two kinds of ways you hear sound in movies: Diegetic and Non-Diegetic. Today, we're going to go over Diegetic versus Non-Diegetic and learn when you use what and why each of those terms means. Ready? Let's dive in. - YouTube www.youtube.com What is Diegetic Sound? Diegetic sound is sound that occurs within the world of the story. That means the characters on screen can hear these sounds, as well as the audience. Examples include dialogue, footsteps, a car honking, gunshots, music playing from a radio inside the scene.Examples of Diegetic Sounds in Movies: The Lord of the Rings: The characters can hear the sounds of swords clashing and orcs growling, and arrows flying.The Godfather: In the cafe, when Michael is about to execute Salazzo, we can hear a subway train roaring, increasing the tension. Jurassic Park: We can hear the velociraptor's nails clicking around the kitchen as they stalk their prey. When to Use Diegetic Sound?There are lots of reasons to use diegetic sound within a scene. The most obvious is that it enhances the world of the story and sells it to us. We feel immersed in the realism of the screen. It helps...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - 5 days ago