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Sound perspective

Meaning in film & television, with examples

nounCommon term

In film & television, sound perspective means: The impression of a sound's distance and position, shaped to suit the scene and the listener's viewpoint.

In Turkish: ses perspektifi

How it is used

Sound editors adjust level and tone to match the intended listening position.

Example sentences

  1. The sound perspective changes when the camera moves behind the closed door.

    The door changes how the conversation reaches the listener.

  2. We softened the footsteps to give them a more distant sound perspective.

    A quieter, softer sound suggests greater distance.

Common collocations

  • adjust sound perspective
  • realistic sound perspective
  • sound designThe creative work of creating, choosing and shaping all the sounds of a film so that they support the story and the atmosphere.
  • sound effectsRecorded or created sounds, other than dialogue and music, that are added to a film to make actions and places feel real, such as doors, cars, rain or explosions.

More terms: Sound and Music

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