July 31, 2017 at 12:38 pm
Shepard Tones: The Sound Illusion that Makes Christopher Nolan Movies So Intense
In a recent interview with Business Insider, filmmaker Christopher Nolan explains his obsession with Shepard Tones—layered sound waves that simulate a constant ascent in tone—to create a sensation of building tension.
In this Vox explainer we learn how Shepard Tones work and why they’re so effective.
