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Dive into “Hearing the Movies: Music and Sound in Film History, 2nd Edition” to explore the evolution of film sound, examining innovations and cultural shifts that shaped cinematic soundscapes. Ideal for students and film professionals.
Hearing the Movies: Music and Sound in Film History, 2nd Edition
- Title: Hearing the Movies: Music and Sound in Film History, 2nd Edition
- Authors: James Buhler, David Neumeyer, Rob Deemer
- ISBN: 978-0199987719
- Edition: 2nd
- Language: English
Hearing the Movies: Music and Sound in Film History explores the complex and enthralling history of sound in film, from the early days of the silent era to the sophisticated soundscapes of contemporary cinema. Authored by James Buhler, David Neumeyer, and Rob Deemer, this second edition offers an in-depth analysis of how music and sound affect the film experience. Utilizing a broad scope of examples from global cinema, the book examines the technological innovations, aesthetic developments, and cultural shifts that have shaped film sound through the decades. Ideal for students and professionals in the field of film studies, this edition also expands on sound design in the digital age, making it a comprehensive resource for understanding the audio dimension of movies.