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Experience the Audio Benches at Eye Filmmuseum: Immersive 3D Sound Journeys into Film History

Discover captivating 5-minute stories on filmmaking techniques through spatial sound, a permanent museum installation.

The Audio benches at Eye Filmmuseum invite visitors to embark on an auditory journey through the world of cinema. Each bench offers unique, short narratives presented in immersive 3D spatial sound, covering diverse aspects of filmmaking like music, camera work, and editing. This permanent installation offers engaging stories while providing a panoramic view of the river IJ.

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Exhibition summary

The Audio benches offer a unique listening experience with short, 5-minute stories about film presented in 3D spatial sound. Located at the top of the stairs to the restaurant, they provide an immersive journey into the world of cinema, accompanied by a panoramic view of the river IJ.

Curatorial context

Located at the top of the stairs leading to the restaurant, the Audio benches provide a unique auditory experience for visitors. Each bench offers a selection of short stories, approximately 5 minutes in length, presented in immersive 3D spatial sound. These narratives delve into various aspects of filmmaking, specifically focusing on the creation of six classic films. The subjects explored cover music, camera work, editing, screenplay, colour, and voice acting, with a special segment designed for children on voice acting. The spatial audio, combined with the panoramic view of the river IJ, aims to create a deeply engaging and memorable experience. The Audio benches are integrated into the permanent exhibition titled ‘What is Film?’. They serve as an accessible way for visitors to engage with cinematic concepts, whether they choose to listen to all the stories or just one while enjoying a coffee. One of the benches is also equipped with braille to ensure accessibility for visually impaired visitors.

Admission and ticket notes

The audio benches are part of the permanent exhibition 'What is Film?'. Further details about admission and visiting the permanent exhibition can be found on the museum's website.

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Venue
Eye Filmmuseum
Current status
Permanent collection
Exhibition schedule
Permanent display (no announced closing date)
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