The Soundman
"The inside story of studio magic!"
Originally released in 1950. The Soundman is a documentary film. directed by Aaron Stell. At just 10 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
This short on movie sound men starts with a short history of sound in the movies. We then see how the different jobs in the sound department contribute to the finished film. They start with the technicians, who record the original sounds, and end with the re-recording mixer who takes several different tracks and blends them into a single soundtrack. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Library of Congress Motion Picture, Broadcasting, and Recorded Sound Division in 2012.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 13, 1950
76 years ago
Runtime
0h 10m
10 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Soundman about?
This short on movie sound men starts with a short history of sound in the movies. We then see how the different jobs in the sound department contribute to the finished film. They start with the tec...
Who directed The Soundman?
The Soundman was directed by Aaron Stell.
How long is The Soundman?
The Soundman has a runtime of 0 hours and 10 minutes (10 minutes total).
When was The Soundman released?
The Soundman was released on January 13, 1950 in theaters.