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Functions of Film Sound

Functions of Film Sound

This visual essay sets clips from Robert Bresson's "A Man Escaped" to a reading of "Functions of Film Sound," a chapter from David Bordwell and Kristin Thompson's book "Film Art." The chapter analyzes the sound design of Bresson's masterpiece as a means of discussing the use of sound in film.

Release DateMarch 26, 2013
StatusReleased
Original TitleFunctions of Film Sound
Runtime 20min
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LanguageEnglish, French
Original LanguageEnglish
Production CountriesUnited States of America
Production CompaniesThe Criterion Collection