Episode 12: International Foley: Spain (Interview with Foley Artist Miguel Barbosa)

In this episode, Dr. Vanessa Theme Ament, author of The Foley Grail and Foley Artist on such films as Die Hard, Platoon, and Predator,, talks with Miguel Barbosa from Spain, a Foley Artist who began his career as a Sound Editor. Vanessa and Miguel discuss the differences between the Hollywood system of Foley versus the European system. In particular, the conversation covers the distinction and challenges between Foley mixed in the studio and "Foley on location." Additionally, they share observations about the importance of cueing for the Foley artists. Welcome to the Wonderful World of Performative Film Sound.