A perfect listen for any fan of movie scores
This is precisely the type of podcast that I've been hoping to find for years! I've always been a big fan of movie soundtracks, but it's very rare to find this kind of thoughtful, in depth analysis of a movie score, especially for moves with "less serious" music, like The Pink Panther or On Golden Pond. I love that they've chosen to start with the AFI top 25 list -- this is as good a list as any for pulling out some of the most notable scores in the history of film, but I even enjoy listening to Andy and Jon dissect the less stellar members of the list, like The Mission. They are very even-handed about praising the musical gems in a film, even when the film itself is pretty flawed. The discussions also have just the right level of laymen speak vs. technical terms -- smart enough for a musician, but understandable enough for everyone. Just wonderful.Read full review »
Marywhotravels via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/18/17
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This is one of my very favourite podcasts ever. Jon and Andy are bright, articulate and knowledgeable hosts and their insights into film scores are not just fun - you actually learn a lot. The show is beautifully put together, weaving the soundtrack in and out of the discussion perfectly.
A. Forbis via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 03/27/21
Love the show! I was wondering what you make of the score for Birdman by Antonio Sanchez? As a layperson, I found it to be incredibly innovative, but I’d be interested in a critical analysis, if you are up for it. Descriptio
alissa nyc via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/28/19
This podcast is fantastic. Jon and Andy use their expertise as composers to explore film scores and are able to speak both technically and emotionally on the subject. The podcast balances very well between an “inside baseball” understanding of film scoring and an easily access language to bring...Read full review »
Washingtron via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/22/17
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