EMORSION: Examining the Impact of Audio Parameters on Emotional Responses and Immersion in Film
arXiv:2606.18266v1 Announce Type: cross Abstract: EMORSION is an exploratory proof-of-concept study examining how film audio design shapes audience emotion and immersion in acinema setting. Four film scenes were selected across the horror (2) and drama (2) genres, balanced between mainstream and independent productions. For each scene, multiple alternative audio mixes were created by systematically manipulating three core aspects of audio design, frequency (pitch), dynamics (loudness), and directionality (spatial placement). Three audience groups viewed the scenes, with each group exposed to o
The proliferation of AI and advanced audio processing techniques allows for granular manipulation and analysis of sonic experiences in media, making such studies more feasible and relevant for next-gen content creation.
Understanding the precise impact of audio parameters on human emotional response and immersion offers a playbook for more effective content design, particularly in entertainment, VR/AR, and therapeutic applications.
This research provides empirical evidence that specific audio design choices directly influence audience emotional and immersive experiences, shifting content creation from intuition to data-driven optimization.
- · Film and game industries
- · Audio engineers and content creators
- · VR/AR developers
- · AI-driven content generation platforms
- · Obsolete audio design methodologies
- · Generic background music libraries
Empirical data guides the creation of more emotionally resonant and immersive media experiences.
AI systems learn to dynamically adjust audio parameters in real-time based on desired audience psychological states.
Personalized auditory experiences become a standard feature, tailoring content to individual psychological needs or preferences.
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