Cambridge 10 | Test 4 | Passage 2

Film Sound

Film sound comprises conventions and innovations. We have come to expect an acceleration of music during car chases and creaky doors in horror films. Yet, it is important to note as well that sound is often brilliantly conceived. The effects of sound are often largely subtle and often are noted by only our subconscious minds. We need to foster an awareness of film sound as well as film space so as to truly appreciate an art form that sprang to life during the twentieth century—the modern film.

creaky (adjective)

subtle (adjective)

small but important

foster (verb) [T]

to encourage the development or growth of ideas or feelings