I was just thinking back when I read the part about others benefiting
from description.
Back around 1995 there was a cable channel, The Nostalgia Network.
I was newly blind but this quickly became a favorite channel as they had
described shows and movies on the regular audio setting a few days a
week. I remember my Mom saying she enjoyed it too since she could be in
the kitchen and still know what was going on.
My sources for described programming these days comes from NetFlix,
Blindy.tv and The Listen factor.
There is a great series on Netflix, Black Mirror that is like a modern
version of The Twilight Zone. There are currently 3 seasons and all
three are described. Just as with The Twilight Zone, each episode is its
own show and not tied to other episodes.
Steve
On 2/10/2017 5:15 AM, Reginald George wrote:
Awesome to hear audio description receiving the credit and exposure ita world of difference.
deserves in this outstanding podcast. It certainly enhances our experience
at the movies. Now there is less disturbing of those around us as I am
brought up to date with the story and any on screen text. The down side is
that quality of audio narration varies greatly, and I am than locked in to
one producers interpretation of the content which may or may not be quite as
the original director intended. However at least it allows the person I am
with to experience the movie in their own way without trying to figure how
to describe it to me on the fly. Even with the inherent limitations it's
much better than nothing, and this show provides a great introduction to the
format for the general public.Bring your headphones if you have them.
Reg
Audio Descriptions
I thought you'd like this episode of Twenty Thousand Hertz that I listened
to on Stitcher Radio.
Here's what it's about:
Did you know there might be a track of audio on your favorite movies and
television shows that describe all of the actions on screen? This technology
was designed for the visually impaired, but it could be used for the masses.
It’s still not as widely provided as some would hope. Meet the consumers
and activists fighting for a better-described tomorrow. Featuring Tommy
Edison, Robert Kingett, and Colleen Connor. MUSIC FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE
Washedway by Evolv Unspoken by Am ArchitectJoining Hands by EvolvClear Blake
by EwingYou Are Not What You Think You Are Evolv Check out music from this
episode and past episodes on our Musicbed Playlist. Please take 20 seconds
and complete our Listener Poll. Check out the new Defacto Sound website by
Mast & Pocketknife, and be sure to tell your friends in the TV, Film, & Game
industries all about it. Follow us on Twitter & Facebook. Our website is
20k.org. Finally, please take a moment to text a friend or spread the word
on social. It makes
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