Doors slamming, shell casings hitting the floor, sneakers squeaking... it's the little things that stand out. There's something about the eerie quiet in the way we meet Anton Chigurh. The door slams. Then we hear the tap of his boots on the pavement. It's like we are sitting on the edge of our seats, waiting for the explosion. And it's not just that one scene. Every layer of No Country for Old Men is layered with a quiet and naturalistic sound that takes it from a gripping western to a masterpiece. From the opening to closing frames, this movie is an exercise in not only what you see, but what you hear. Check out this video from The Sound of Cinema, and let's talk after the jump... in hushed voices. The Sounds of No Country for Old Men Are What Make It a Masterpiece First and foremost, three cheers for the sound editor Skip Lievsay, and the main sound mixing team of Lievsay along with Craig Berkey, Greg Orloff, and Peter Kurland. This movie works so well because of the intense focus they put on mounting tension. Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Tuesday, 12 January, 2021