Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound

Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound

6.8

Oct 25 2019

2h 35m

Documentary, History

The history of cinematic sound, told by legendary sound designers and visionary filmmakers.

Walter Murch

Walter Murch

Self

Ben Burtt

Ben Burtt

Self

Gary Rydstrom

Gary Rydstrom

Self

Sofia Coppola

Sofia Coppola

Self

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