Listening with a Feminist Ear: Soundwork in Bombay Cinema by Pavitra Sundar (review).

Pavitra Sundar's book, "Listening with a Feminist Ear: Soundwork in Bombay Cinema," delves into the aural and oral hierarchies of Bombay cinema through the concept of "soundwork." Sundar explores the intersections of music, speech, and noise in cinema, incorporating industrial and technological developments to expand the study of film sound. By emphasizing the importance of listening and challenging visual hegemony, Sundar's work contributes to various fields, including sound studies, gender studies, and cultural studies, offering a new perspective on the significance of sound in cinema. [Extracted from the article]