talkies

"Talkies" are movies that include synchronized sound, allowing characters to speak and be heard along with the visuals. Before talkies, films were silent and relied on live music or narration for sound. The first successful talkie, "The Jazz Singer" (1927), marked a major shift in filmmaking, making movies more realistic and engaging. This technological advance transformed the film industry, enabling storytelling techniques that incorporate dialogue, sound effects, and music as integral parts of the cinematic experience.