Inside how a sound effects artist brings movies, shows and more to life
Inside how a sound effects artist brings movies, shows and more to life

Award-winner Sanaa Kelley is a sound effects artist that uses everyday objects to create sound effects that people may not even notice, describing it as “acting with sound.” CBS News’ Vlad Duthiers gives a behind the scenes look at her studio and how she helps to bring movies and more to life.
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Truth Analysis
Analysis Summary:
The article appears mostly accurate, focusing on the work of a sound effects artist. The core claim about sound effects artists using everyday objects is supported by general knowledge and the nature of Foley artistry. The article presents a positive view of the profession, but doesn't exhibit significant bias.
Detailed Analysis:
- Claim:** Award-winner Sanaa Kelley is a sound effects artist that uses everyday objects to create sound effects.
- Verification Source #1: Supports the general idea of Foley artists creating realistic sound for film and television.
- Verification Source #4: Supports the idea that sound effects are created later by Foley artists.
- Fails to cover:* Whether Sanaa Kelley is an award winner. This would require external verification beyond the provided sources.
- Claim:** Sound effects artists describe their work as "acting with sound."
- Fails to cover:* This is a direct quote attributed to Sanaa Kelley. Without additional sources, it's impossible to verify if she actually said this. However, the description aligns with the creative nature of the profession.
- Claim:** CBS News' Vlad Duthiers gives a behind the scenes look at her studio and how she helps to bring movies and more to life.
- Fails to cover:* This is a statement about the video's content, which is not verifiable without watching the video.
Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:
- Verification Source #1: "It pokes fun at famous film scenes by intentionally adding in terrible sound effects. This shows how important foley artists are in creating realistic sound for film and television." This supports the importance of sound effects artists.
- Verification Source #4: "I know dialogue is taken directly during the shooting, but many of the sounds effects are created later on by Foley artists." This supports the claim that sound effects are often created separately from the initial filming.
- The provided sources do not contradict any of the claims, but they do not verify all of them. The lack of coverage on specific details (Sanaa Kelley's awards, her specific quote) limits the factual accuracy score.