About Harry M. Leonard
Lived 1900 – 1985 (aged 85). Harry M. Leonard was an American audio engineer.
Harry M. Leonard (June 22, 1900 – December 17, 1985) was an American sound mixer who had just under 300 film credits, including films such as The Day the Earth Stood Still and Laura.
He was nominated at the 18th Academy Awards for Best Special Effects, for the film Captain Eddie. His nomination was shared with Fred Sersen, Roger Heman Sr. and Sol Halperin.
He created the "pew" sound effect used to indicate silenced gunfire for the film Blue, White and Perfect by modifying a stock ricochet sound recorded in 1939 for the fox sound archive.
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Who was Harry M. Leonard?
sound artist
When was Harry M. Leonard born?
Harry M. Leonard was born on 22 June 1900 in Scranton.
When did Harry M. Leonard die?
Harry M. Leonard died on 17 December 1985 in Los Angeles.
What was Harry M. Leonard's occupation?
Harry M. Leonard was an audio engineer.
What nationality was Harry M. Leonard?
Harry M. Leonard was American.
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