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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IIT-B trespasser attends classes, stays in hostel
Mumbai police have charged 22-year-old Bilal Teli for trespassing at the IIT Powai campus, where he attended classes and stayed in the hostel from June 4 to June 19. After being asked for his ID by a professor, he fled but was later arrested; he admitted to illegally residing on campus and attending lectures despite not being a student. Need More Context? 🔎
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