Audience Quote by Walter Murch
“By manipulating what you hear and how you hear it - and what other things you don't hear - you can not only help tell the story, you can help the audience get into the mind of the character,”
About This Quote
Source Film: Appleseed, 2004 (Interview)
By shaping audio perception, creators guide audience empathy and immersion in a character’s mental state.
In simple terms: Audio design influences how viewers experience a character’s mind.
Key Takeaway
Use sound to deepen narrative connection.
Themes
sound design
empathy
storytelling
Mood
immersive
thoughtful
Type
instructional
analytical
When to use this quote
- film
- theatre
- podcast production
- virtual reality experiences
Key Concepts
psychology
perception
audio engineering
Questions to Reflect On
- How can sound alone suggest a character’s emotions?
- What limits does sound have in storytelling?
A Different Perspective
Audio alone cannot convey complex inner thoughts without visual cues.
