Sound Design
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Objective
I can create a sound design plan for a short film scene, incorporating diegetic and non-diegetic sound elements.
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Warm-up video
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Practice
7 questions
Define diegetic and non-diegetic sound, providing an example of each from a film or TV show (other than "The Simpsons").
Explain the purpose of using non-diegetic sound in film. How does it affect the audience's experience?
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe a sound design plan for a scene in a busy park, including at least three diegetic and two non-diegetic sound elements. Explain how each element contributes to the scene's atmosphere. Outline a sound design plan for a scene where a character is alone in a dark room, including at least three diegetic and two non-diegetic sound elements. Explain how each element builds suspense.”
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