ABSTRACT

When the typical filmgoer enters the theatre to enjoy the latest release from Hollywood, Bollywood, or some such place, she or he is not wondering who did the Foley or what Foley will be in the soundtrack. This minor obsession is the territory of the sound expert or fan. However, the movie watcher will be affected, albeit unknowingly, by the sound cues meticulously designed, cued, performed, and edited. The sonic experience might enhance the narrative of the film, or it might actually distract and cause discomfort. Either way, it has impact.