Sound analysis: blog tasks

1) Find a film clip on YouTube that uses sound in an interesting way. Analyse the use of sound, making sure you use the key language we have learned about sound in film:

  • Diegetic and non-diegetic sound
  • Parallel and contrapuntal sound
  • Sound bridges
Remember to discuss/analyse all the different types of sound present in the clip:
  • Music
  • Dialogue
  • Voiceover
  • Sound effect 
In the "Home Comes to Them" scene from Dunkirk (2017), dialogue, voiceover, and sound effects are carefully utilized, contributing to the emotional impact and tension of the scene. 
 
1. Diegetic Sound:

Dialogue: The dialogue in this scene is scarce  but impactful. The soldiers, many of them exhausted and defeated, have minimal conversation. This lack of dialogue emphasizes the overwhelming sense of isolation and hopelessness. When spoken, dialogue is often scare and  reflecting the soldiers’ anxiety and exhaustion. For example, one soldier may briefly ask, "Where are the ships?" which captures their desperation. 

Sound Effects: Diegetic sound effects like the splashing of waves, the hum of the civilian boats, and the distant sounds of war (gunfire or explosions) remind the audience that the soldiers are still in danger. The sound of boots scraping the deck and the rustling of clothing as soldiers move heighten the realism and physicality of the scene.



2. Non-Diegetic Sound As the boats approach, the music transitions into a more uplifting, emotional piece, signaling hope and the soldiers' deliverance. This non-diegetic score is critical in evoking the shifting emotions from tension to relief.

Voiceover: This scene also features a voiceover of a speech by Winston Churchill from his famous "We shall fight on the beaches" speech. This voiceover is non-diegetic, as it isn't heard by the characters but serves to reflect the larger historical and emotional significance of the evacuation. The voiceover connects the soldiers' experiences with the broader context of the war, underscoring the nation's resilience.



3. Parallel Sound:

The music rises as the civilian boats come into view, aligningg perfectly with the soldiers’ reactions. The score mirrors their sense of relief and hope, creating an emotional parallel between what we see (help arriving) and what we hear (uplifting music).



4. Contrapuntal Sound:

As the soldiers stand silently, some in disbelief, the hopeful music contrasts with their still-present exhaustion and trauma. This creates a dissonance between their immediate emotional state (fatigue and uncertainty) and the sound of triumph, reflecting the complex emotions of the moment.



5. Sound Effects:

The clinking of metal rigging on the boats, the distant hum of engines, and the splash of water as the civilian fleet approaches are all diegetic sound effects that add layers of realism. The sounds of explosions and gunfire fade in the background, indicating that even though rescue is at hand, the war and danger are not far away.



6. Sound Bridges:

The sound of the boats’ engines acts as a bridge between shots of the soldiers on the beach and the approaching fleet. The score also acts as a sound bridge, linking the visual transition from the soldiers’ anticipation to the eventual arrival of the boats. This seamless auditory flow increases the emotional momentum of the scene.

You also need to highlight or put
 in bold any use of media language.

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