Sound

Sound

Sound is a very important convetion within films as it enchances how the audience see different events or different meanings within the scene. The music that is chosen to be in an opening can have an impact on the audiences mood or feelings towards the film.

High Pitch Sound:
This means it is high in pitch of frequency. It is used in thrillers to make an eerie feel to the film and builds tension throughout. This can be seen as a sudden screeching sound which builds the adrenaline. It also may be seen in death or danger scenes.

Diegetic Sound:
Diegetic sound is a sound that belongs in the frame. It is a sound of a person or object that is visible or who is implied to be present in that scene. This would include; voices by the characters, sounds made by objects in the film or music representing the narrative.

Non-Diegetic Sound:
Non-Diegetic sound is a sound that has been edited into the scene after it has been created. This is a sound where nobody as been seen or is implied to be in the scene. This could be a narrarator or sound effects to build a dramatic effect.

Silence:
This is when a scene has been edited to have no sound play as it creates a feel of tension and suspense throughout this scene.

Sound Bridge:
Sound Bridge is when it uses sound to link two scenes. This is by having the picture and the diegetic sound change at different points. It is usually seen when the sound from the second scene is heard before the picture is shown.