Foley Artists

Studio 360

In movies, the sounds of punching and smashing are created by someone sitting in a room with a microphone and a bunch of props — just like in the days of radio drama. Foley artist Sue Zizza explains how to make a fight sound really good, or sickening. Produced by Jocelyn Gonzales

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