Tonebenders Podcast 288 - Civil War
Nov 29, 2024
In this discussion, Glenn Freemantle, a renowned Supervising Sound Editor, and Gillian Dodders, an expert in Dialogue/ADR editing, delve into the innovative sound design of Alex Garland's film, Civil War. They share insights on crafting immersive audio that captures the chaos of battle while creatively employing silence. The duo emphasizes the importance of collaboration in filmmaking and recounts their exhilarating experience at an IMAX screening. They also explore the challenge of balancing shock and realism in sound effects for intense scenes.
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Realistic Sound Design
- The sound design in 'Civil War' sparked public discussion due to its realism.
- The team aimed for an authentic war experience, emphasizing loudness and chaos.
Dynamic Range
- Despite being known for loudness, 'Civil War' is often quiet, even silent.
- This dynamic range contributes to the perceived intensity of the louder moments.
Realism over Convention
- The film prioritizes realism over convention, even in dialogue scenes with helicopters.
- By allowing the helicopter sound to dominate, the scene evokes a genuine sense of being present.