How Eraserhead Changed Sound Design
The latest episode of Auteur Cinema takes a look at David Lynch‘s Eraserhead – considered by some to be the ultimate cult movie.
How Eraserhead Changed Sound Forever features Lynch and others, discussing how he and sound designer Alan Splet created the unique audio landscape of the film.
With Eraserhead, Lynch made sound equal to cinematography. While the film never reached a large audience, it nevertheless has had a profound influence on cinema, game design, and music.
Video Summary:
“Despite opening to little interest, over the years Eraserhead has become an increasingly influential film, particularly in the field of sound. In this essay I explore how David Lynch, alongside legendary sound designer Alan Splet, created the industrial soundscape of Eraserhead and how it has and will continue to influence artists across all mediums.”
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Chapters:
Wind 0:00
Alan Splet 1:17
Difficulties 5:02
Industrial 6:35
Influence 10:04
