This old-school filmmaking technique is still kicking even as AI takes on a bigger role in movies

Gary Hecker, a Foley artist, creates sound effects for Hollywood blockbusters like “Justice League” and “Spider-Man” films in a small studio at Sony Pictures. Foley artists, like Hecker, add crucial details to scenes by crafting everyday sounds such as footsteps and cape swishes, enhancing the audience’s immersion in the movie. Despite advancements in AI technology, Foley artists remain irreplaceable due to the performative nature of their craft, which requires a level of skill and human touch that machines cannot replicate.

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