Project 1: Drive Getaway Scene Analysis

In the Drive scene that we saw the sound was purposely placed in the clip and manipulated to create tension and intensity within the scene. Throughout the viewer is in contemplation as to whether they will get away from the police. Certain sounds are put in to give information towards the tension.

For example a loud ticking wrist watch, that was setup to countdown to pickup the thieves. The use of the watch also signifies that time is moving on and by making the ticking audible it keeps reminding the audience of the fact that time is moving on. 

Use of the Police Scanner audio is also apparent and its making it clear to the audience that police is present in the area. We hear through the radio that they know the description of the car and know the location which builds up additional tension. As well as intimidating the Driver and his Clients it keep the viewer tense and it builds tension as we don't ultimately know what is going to happen in the end.

The addition of small environment sounds within the scene is also welcomed as when the rear car door is opened we hear a door alarm starting to beep. Its clear that a crime has taken place in the warehouse as an alarm sounds within the warehouse and the police are notified, we know this as the sounds are dominant and loud and they are pretty much the only thing we hear in the scene at the certain time. Sounds such as the car engine are made louder and more excessive when the car speeds up. This signifies that the car may be going into a pursuit or some kind of chase.

The sounds are mixed together well to create a great theme of tension to the audience. The combination of each different sound elements including the police siren, the time watch and the alarm give a great feeling that time is running out and they build lots of tension for the viewer.