Kris Bowers

Kris Bowers, an Oscar-winning filmmaker and Emmy-winning composer, shares his journey from jazz roots to scoring his first animated film, The Wild Robot. He discusses the emotional influence of becoming a father on his music. Bowers reveals his innovative blend of orchestral and modern sounds to evoke a vibrant wilderness and reflects on the creative inspirations from legends like Kobe Bryant and Quincy Jones. The conversation also highlights the impact of community support in the evolving landscape of film music.

Kris Bowers, an Oscar-winning composer celebrated for his work on films like 'Green Book' and the Netflix series 'Bridgerton,' discusses his latest project, 'The Wild Robot.' He shares insights into how the score evolves as the robot, Roz, learns to communicate with her island's wildlife. Bowers highlights the emotional depth of the music, using unconventional sounds to mirror the wilderness. He also emphasizes the importance of live musicians in enriching the storytelling experience through music.