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The book delves into the innovative sonic style of Val Lewton's horror films, highlighting how his approach to sound transformed the genre. By focusing on shadows and absence, Lewton's films introduced groundbreaking elements like the first "jump scare" and unique orchestral scores that defied typical "B" movie conventions. The RKO Music Department's creative freedom in scoring played a crucial role in conveying the films' themes. Authored by Michael Lee, a musicology professor, it draws on his extensive research in film music and avant-garde influences.
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Music in the Horror Films of Val Lewton, Michael Lee
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- Released
- 2022
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- Title
- Music in the Horror Films of Val Lewton
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Michael Lee
- Publisher
- Edinburgh University Press
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 224
- ISBN13
- 9781474497022
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Art & Culture, Filmthema, Film
- Rating
- 5 out of 5
- Description
- The book delves into the innovative sonic style of Val Lewton's horror films, highlighting how his approach to sound transformed the genre. By focusing on shadows and absence, Lewton's films introduced groundbreaking elements like the first "jump scare" and unique orchestral scores that defied typical "B" movie conventions. The RKO Music Department's creative freedom in scoring played a crucial role in conveying the films' themes. Authored by Michael Lee, a musicology professor, it draws on his extensive research in film music and avant-garde influences.