In this episode of the Geektown Behind The Scenes podcast, we're heading into the world of Gilead to explore the incredible sound design of The Handmaid’s Tale, now airing its sixth and final season on Channel 4 & Prime Video in the UK, and Hulu in the US.
Host Dave Elliott is joined by David McCallum, supervising sound editor specialising in dialogue and ADR, and Brennan Mercer, sound designer and sound effects editor. Together, they reveal how the sound of The Handmaid’s Tale is crafted — from the oppressive quiet of Gilead to the chaos of refugee trains.
We talk about:
- How ADR and sound effects shape character and emotion
- Elisabeth Moss’s passion for sound as a director
- Creating motifs like the "Gilead theme" with tape delay
- The intense work behind the infamous “milk train” scene
- Why subtle sound design can be more powerful than big effects
Whether you're into sound design, filmmaking, or just love The Handmaid’s Tale, this is a fascinating deep dive into one of TV’s most uniquely crafted soundscapes.
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