The Rounds (2025)

Asa Gartland (Director)

“Ross is very knowledgable about all aspects of sound, both on set and in post production. I loved working with him and would do it again in a heartbeat.”

— Asa Gartland

Synopsis

A father tells his son a tale of a drunken Christmas long ago; the story unearths painful truths that help the pair reshape their strained relationship.

Comedy/Drama. 19 minutes 49 seconds.

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My work on The Rounds began in pre-production, working closely with Asa, Producer Isabelle Kirk, and the other department heads to plan out our overall approach to production. Following the shoot, I continued my role in developing the film’s soundtrack as the Sound Designer. This continuity allowed for a seamless creative process from which the film’s soundtrack emerged, thereby demonstrating the creative benefits of an approach to sound design that encompasses all stages of filmmaking.

As Production Sound Mixer, I worked with two excellent Assistant Sound Recordists, Charlie Sommerville & Fred Delaney.

In post-production, I was responsible for editing, cleaning and developing the sound of The Rounds, from dialogue to ambiences, delivering an evocative soundtrack that helped the film bridge comedy and drama. I enjoyed working alongside Composer Richard Johnsen, Editor Keira Sultan, & Re-Recording Mixer Alessio Festuccia.

Official Selection: Bolton International Film Festival 2025.

My role(s):

Production Sound Mixer & Sound Designer

Period of my involvement:

September 2024 – May 2025

https://www.loosegooseproductions.co.uk/the-rounds