The famous train scene in Spirited Away, by Hayao Miyazaki, is one of most groundbreaking scenes in animation history. This film encapsulated the dream-like atmosphere of a fantastical adventure just perfectly, which is why it stands as one of my favourite films. This particular scene is one of the most memorable to me as it relies purely on the fusion of sound and visuals, with no dialogue whatsoever.
I wanted to recreate the sound for this scene because I’ve always enjoyed it sonically. I remember feeling an overwhelmingly tranquil sensation while seeing this scene in the theatre for the first time. There’s something about the sound of a travelling train moving through peaceful villages that puts my mind at ease, while conjuring an excitement within me.
I’m eager to experiment with the foley recordings for this scene and discover how I will interpret it.