“George, you can type this shit, but you can‘t say it! This is a famous quote by Harrison Ford. He was giving George Lucas a hard time about the dialogue in Star Wars. Worth noting the quote continues with, “…and that’s the year he gets nominated for an Oscar for Best Screenplay. Right? What do…
Big Voiceover: Character or Stereotype?
I want to talk a little more about authenticity in voiceover, but from a slightly different angle. Is less more, or is more more when it comes to voice? Imagine you were having a conversation with a stranger, but you weren’t allowed to see them. It might feel a bit awkward, wouldn’t it? So many…
Your Voice: Is Bigger Better?
I didn’t think I would be bringing up the Mario movie here, but bear with me. When the trailers were first released, there was a lot of comment about the voices. The most obvious was probably Mario. In the 80s he was American. Then in the mid-90s his voice was Italian. Now he’s American again….
Male or Female Voice: Does it Even Matter Anymore?
Does this sound familiar? We need a voiceover. Should it be a male or female voice? Female. OK. Next item. There are a couple of problems here. First of all, the voiceover is not an afterthought. It is the emotional core of your project, and it sets the tone for everything else. Quite often visuals…
American VS Canadian Accent
Ever found yourself saying ‘I don’t have an accent’? Well regardless of where you come from, you’re wrong. The difference between American and Canadian accents is subtle, but it’s there. If you’re a Canadian voiceover artist hoping to get work in the States, this is crucial information. This one requires some auditory and visual aids…