Nolan has defended his approach to sound design. He states that he is not just looking for clarity. He is looking for an impressionistic experience of sound.
: Because Nolan shoots extensively on IMAX cameras—which are notoriously loud—his sound team must use advanced software to filter out camera noise from the live audio tracks. 'Oppenheimer' Dialogue Might Be Hard to Hear ... - IMDb
Note: Christopher Nolan famously prefers 5.1 surround sound over object-based formats like Dolby Atmos. He believes in creating a definitive mix that translates perfectly to a standard theatrical or high-quality home setup without relying on height channels. The Dialogue Controversy and Nolan's Approach
Nolan has defended his approach to sound design. He states that he is not just looking for clarity. He is looking for an impressionistic experience of sound.
: Because Nolan shoots extensively on IMAX cameras—which are notoriously loud—his sound team must use advanced software to filter out camera noise from the live audio tracks. 'Oppenheimer' Dialogue Might Be Hard to Hear ... - IMDb
Note: Christopher Nolan famously prefers 5.1 surround sound over object-based formats like Dolby Atmos. He believes in creating a definitive mix that translates perfectly to a standard theatrical or high-quality home setup without relying on height channels. The Dialogue Controversy and Nolan's Approach