Chapter

Creating a Universe for a Movie
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33:47 - 37:40 (03:53)

The importance of research and creating a universe for a movie is discussed, as well as the benefits of using a children's book instead of a complex manual.

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David Lynch recalls his collaboration with Jack Fisk in their attempts to learn how to extract oil from the ground.
33:47 - 34:52 (01:05)
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Oil Extraction
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David Lynch recalls his collaboration with Jack Fisk in their attempts to learn how to extract oil from the ground. Fisk advised Lynch to acquire a children's book about the subject, citing its simplicity and effectiveness, and the two went on to scout locations together.

Chapter
Creating a Universe for a Movie
Episode
"Paul Thomas Anderson"
Podcast
SmartLess
The process of creating soundscapes for films involves creating a backlog in order to have a variety of different looks and things happening, and an opportunity to fill gaps of silence with music that can simmer or be loud.
34:52 - 37:40 (02:48)
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Film Soundscapes
Summary

The process of creating soundscapes for films involves creating a backlog in order to have a variety of different looks and things happening, and an opportunity to fill gaps of silence with music that can simmer or be loud.

Chapter
Creating a Universe for a Movie
Episode
"Paul Thomas Anderson"
Podcast
SmartLess