A Foley Artist
2017|100 min|Biography, Documentary, History
THE STORY
A Foley Artist is a biographic documentary about Hu Ding-yi, Taiwan's most experienced Foley artist. Working at Central Motion Picture since 1975, Hu showcased exceptional creativity in sound effects, using everyday objects to mimic various sounds. Over 40 years, he contributed to 70 films and sought to pass his craft to younger generations. However, the rise of digital sound effects threatened his career. The documentary not only delves into Hu's life but also offers insights into the evolution of the Chinese-speaking film industry in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and China.
THE STORY
A Foley Artist is a biographic documentary about Hu Ding-yi, Taiwan's most experienced Foley artist. Working at Central Motion Picture since 1975, Hu showcased exceptional creativity in sound effects, using everyday objects to mimic various sounds. Over 40 years, he contributed to 70 films and sought to pass his craft to younger generations. However, the rise of digital sound effects threatened his career. The documentary not only delves into Hu's life but also offers insights into the evolution of the Chinese-speaking film industry in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and China.
CAST & CREW
Cast
Hu Ding-yi
Director
Wan-Jo Wang
INFORMATION
Production company
Echelon Studios
Genre
Biography, Documentary, History
Released
2017
Age rating
PG-13
LANGUAGES
Audio
Chinese
Subtitles
English