Sound Effects and its role in enhancing accessibility across Media

A superhero landing without the earth-shaking boom. A horror scene missing that eerie creak of a slowly opening door. A car chase with nothing but silence. Feels off, right? Sound effects don’t just add noise; they bring scenes to life, guiding emotions and enhancing storytelling in ways visuals alone never could. But their impact goes beyond entertainment. For many, sound effects are a bridge to accessibility. They help convey mood, actions, and context for those with visual impairments.