Research and context

Soundtracks and Imagery of 30s horror.



The major advance of the 1930’s was the introduction of synchronous sound and dialogue in the late 1930’s. First invented and shown in the 1920’s, it became the standard by the early 1930’s, partly due to the invention of a device based on the radio that could effectively amplify sound in the theater. Initially there were two available systems with which to record sound. The first was similar to a phonograph, and recorded the sound to a separate disc. The second, more popular, system recorded the sound directly onto the celluloid strip. Initially sound hindered the filmmaking process, since the cameras had to be encased to muffle the noise of their motors and actors could not stray far from the stationary microphones. However, technological advances soon made up for this and the sound became an integral part of filmmaking.

The tight string sounds and abstract noises are a perfect base to start experimenting with recreating and incorporating some of the 30's feel into the game. Over exaduration and melodrama juxtaposed with abrasive sharp tones.

Modern horror tends to rely on harsh tones juxtaposed with softer, quieter, more open passages of sound, aiding the illusion of jumpy, immediate 'jump' tactics.

....... Spectral drones of ominous ambiance / sharp strings and high noises to complement the characters and movement within the temple.