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The audio dimension of documentary operates in several ways: as an element to confirm the fidelity of visual evidence (synch sound), as the conveyor of narrative (the voice-over), as evidentiary recording (the interview), and as a creative tool to counterpoint images. Sound recording and design can help capture a cultural environment, sculpt a sense of place, or evoke a historical period. But add music to the mix and contradictions arise - either moments of truth are powerfully underscored or the truth claims of documentary fall into question.
"Sonic Truth" will bring together a diverse group of filmmakers working in nonfiction and hybrid media to examine the sound and musical elements of their work. Sounds to be heard include city symphonies and country silences, animated documentary musicals, electronica of the 1920s, roots music, telephonic voices, a Senegalese griot, window washing in Shanghai as well as excerpts from Flaherty Seminar discussion recordings dating back to 1958.

Register Early - Space is Limited
·Early registration (by April 1): $1,050
·Regular registration (by May 2): $1,200
·Late registration (after May 2): $1,300
·Student registration: $850 (with valid student ID)

The Seminar registration fee includes accommodations, meals, screenings, discussions, and all other special events during the week.

Registration for the Robert Flaherty Film Seminar is open to the public. Participants spend a week of intensive viewing and impassioned discussion in a relaxed retreat-like environment out of which emerges the unique "Flaherty Experience."

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