Films have been a staple of entertainment. There are too many iconic movies to count. Recent iconic films such as Avengers Infinity War, A Quiet Place, and even Luca were such great films. Why? Well there is a lot to think about when it comes to what makes these films great. Story, dialogue, and visual effects are common element that people immediately think about, but there is one element we couldn’t live without. The sound effects.
What makes sound the most important part for a film’s success?
It is important that the sound design, or foley artwork, is done effectively. Just like the foley in video games, the experience of being immersed with the setting or story that is being presented effects the quality of the film and the overall enjoyment of the film. In Avengers Infinity War, the foley design is a very big challenge for something so fictional. The foley artists had made a very impressive sound for the Infinity Gauntlet alone. The sound design for the Infinity Gauntlet was made with the intent to convey the amount of power it holds. The sound of all infinity stones being put into the gauntlet is both jarring and intimidating, perfect for an impactful moment with the villain of a story.
As I have stated before, foley is the making of sound effects through conventional means and applying those sounds to a certain setting or action. The element of foley is so impactful and important to the success and quality of a film that if there was barely any foley design, the film is practically set up for failure.
