Star Wars and Modern Sound

 Technologies used in the production of Star Wars changed the art of cinema in various ways. The special effects impressed the audiences but what really made Star Wars into George's magnum opus was the sound he implemented. The film was one of the first to experiment with Dolby Audio; before its release only about 30 theaters had Dolby surround sound, after its release thousands of theaters implemented Dolby. Star Wars showcased how sound can aid visuals to create an experience never experienced by anyone at the time. George Lucas's vision set new trends and expectations for sound in cinema.