Posted: January 3rd, 2016

Pick 3 scenes from the 1979, Francis Ford-Coppola film ‘Apocalypse Now’ and critically appraise the sound in these scenes using film sound theory terms Pick 3 scenes from the 1979, Francis Ford-Coppola film ‘Apocalypse Now’ and critically appraise the sound in these scenes using film sound theory terms

There are intended module learning outcomes against which your work will be assessed. On completion of this module you should be able to:
1) understand the significance and uniqueness of sound and music as modes of communication and meaning production;

2) analyse sound and music artefacts/performers as cultural expression;

3) understand the relationship between notions of creativity, artistry and commercial imperatives in the sphere of professional sound and music production;

4) critically evaluate how audiences perceive, understand and produce meaning from sound and music.

Module Resources, Recommended reading and other reference material
Essential Reading
Yewdall, D.L. (2007) The Practical Art of Motion Picture Sound, Oxford. Focal Press