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Exploring Memory and Music in 'The History of Sound'

9/11/2025

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Story summary

"The History of Sound," directed by Oliver Hermanus, centers on music students Lionel and David in 1917 Boston, focusing on their bond through folk music in Maine.
The film explores the emotional ties between sound and memory, showcasing Hermanus's artistic vision.
Collaborating with sound designer Ruy García, he emphasizes detail in the soundscape.
The phonograph represents cinema's power to capture fleeting moments and diverse cultures.
Hermanus's journey highlights the communal aspects of sound and music in storytelling.

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Story summary

"The History of Sound," directed by Oliver Hermanus, centers on music students Lionel and David in 1917 Boston, focusing on their bond through folk music in Maine.
The film explores the emotional ties between sound and memory, showcasing Hermanus's artistic vision.
Collaborating with sound designer Ruy García, he emphasizes detail in the soundscape.
The phonograph represents cinema's power to capture fleeting moments and diverse cultures.
Hermanus's journey highlights the communal aspects of sound and music in storytelling.