Unveiling the Impact of Sound Design in 'The Zone of Interest'

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The Oscar-nominated film "The Zone of Interest" has garnered attention for its remarkable soundscape evoking the Holocaust, with sound designer Johnnie Burn's meticulous approach to creating historically accurate and emotionally impactful soundscapes. By drawing upon collective knowledge and using a variety of recorded sounds, Burn has crafted a sonic experience that respects the sanctity of Auschwitz while honoring the memory of those who perished there. The film's sound design has been praised as potentially one of the most significant in cinema, and as awards season reaches its peak, it remains a strong contender at the Academy Awards.
Topics:entertainment#academy-awards#arts-and-culture#holocaust#jonathan-glazer#sound-design#the-zone-of-interest
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- Opinion | What we're getting wrong about 'The Zone of Interest' The Washington Post
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