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Lowering the Boom: Critical Studies in Film Sound,Used
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As the first collection of new work on sound and cinema in over a decade, Lowering the Boom addresses the expanding field of film sound theory and its significance in rethinking historical models of film analysis. The contributors consider the ways in which musical expression, scoring, voiceover narration, and ambient noise affect identity formation and subjectivity. Lowering the Boom also analyzes how shifting modulation of the spoken word in cinema results in variations in audience interpretation. Introducing new methods of thinking about the interaction of sound and music in films, this volume also details avantgarde film sound, which is characterized by a distinct break from the narratively based sound practices of mainstream cinema. This interdisciplinary, global approach to the theory and history of film sound opens the eyes and ears of film scholars, practitioners, and students to film's true audiovisual nature.Contributors are Jay Beck, John Belton, Clark Farmer, Paul Grainge, Tony Grajeda, David T. Johnson, Anahid Kassabian, David Laderman, James Lastra, Arnt Maas, Matthew Malsky, Barry Mauer, Robert Miklitsch, Nancy Newman, Melissa Ragona, Petr Szczepanik, Paul Thberge, and Debra WhiteStanley.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Lowering the Boom: Critical Studies in Film Sound'? A: The book primarily focuses on the significance of film sound theory, exploring how elements like musical expression, scoring, and ambient noise influence identity formation and audience interpretation in cinema.
- Q: Who are the contributors to this collection? A: Contributors include notable scholars such as Jay Beck, John Belton, Anahid Kassabian, and David T. Johnson, among others, providing a diverse range of perspectives on film sound.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Lowering the Boom'? A: The book was published on August 8, 2008.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 360 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Lowering the Boom' suitable for students and practitioners in film studies? A: Yes, the interdisciplinary approach makes it suitable for film scholars, students, and practitioners interested in the theory and history of film sound.
- Q: What are some key topics covered in this book? A: Key topics include the interaction of sound and music in films, avant-garde film sound, and how sound affects narrative and audience perception.
- Q: Does the book include analyses of mainstream cinema sound practices? A: Yes, it contrasts avant-garde sound practices with traditional mainstream cinema sound techniques.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding the audio-visual nature of film? A: Absolutely, it aims to enhance understanding of film's true audio-visual nature through its comprehensive discussions on sound.
- Q: What makes this book unique compared to other works on film sound? A: It is the first collection of new work on sound and cinema in over a decade, providing fresh insights and methodologies in film sound theory.