Sound Effects in Science Fiction and Horror Films Kelleghan, F. (n.d.). Sound Effects in Science Fiction and Horror FIlms. Retrieved March 16, 2015, from http://filmsound.org/articles/horrorsound/horrorsound.htm For those of you looking to incorporate some cool sound effects into their piece this is something to definitely check out. The article has multiple tips from the composer's perspective that allows you to gain insight on what the producer is trying to achieve by using said sound effects. For Example, the composer does want you to be aware of his technique. The most obvious soundtrack technique, known as ''mickeymousing,'' is just barely considered respectable by respectable film composers. Mickeymousing is when the music blatantly matches the action. When King Kong climbs the Empire State building, the music likewise rises and falls with each of his movements. In what has become a cliché, mickeymousing even has the music giving away the action about to happen.