The soundscape of the supernatural, with 'Rabbit Trap' director Bryn Chainey

17/09/2025 18 min
The soundscape of the supernatural, with 'Rabbit Trap' director Bryn Chainey

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Writer-director Bryn Chainey joins us to discuss 'Rabbit Trap,' his haunting exploration of how supernatural folklore mirrors our deepest human experiences. Bryn reveals his unique approach to using nature and the otherworldly as tools for confronting inner truths, tracing his thematic evolution from early work like 'Moritz and the Woodwose' to this latest feature.Our conversation centers on Bryn's innovative integration of sound and visuals, where he treats audio not as an afterthought but as the film's heartbeat. He explains how blurring the lines between music, sound design, and visual storytelling creates an immersive experience that resonates on deeply personal levels, emphasizing the crucial synergy between all filmmaking departments.(Photo: Courtesy of Magnet Releasing)

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