MOONBOT STUDIOS + DOLBY
Since Morris is inspired by one of cinema’s greatest early film actors, we decided that he would represent Cinema. Dolby had its start in sound, so we needed to develop a character to represent Dolby and the importance of sound.
It’s difficult to nail down a visual character meant to portray a corporate identity. But by starting with the basic values of innovation and pursuing wonder, we narrowed in on the form of the Kid. Rough around the edges, the Kid is imaginative, curious, persevering, and always learning. Not afraid to get her hands dirty and tinker with new tools, the Kid has a persona that techies and creatives alike can relate to.
Since our partnership with Moonbot Studios celebrated the emotional power of audio in film and cinema's greatest audiovisual moments, it was essential to bring an amazing sound designer on board. There was no better person to work with than Steve Boedekker, a sound designer and sound editor who has been nominated for an Academy Award®. Jürgen Scharpf, a Dolby A/V mixer, also joined the team as Silent's sound rerecording mixer.
We are thrilled to have been able to tell our story with some of the best storytellers in the industry. Silent embodies our ideals for supporting the art, science, and technology of storytelling. And it evokes the value of pursuing curiosity, whether you come from an artistic or scientific background.
Take a seat, put on your headphones, and enjoy Silent.