Soundtracking with Edith Bowman
Edith Bowman
In a unique weekly podcast, Edith Bowman sits down with a variety of film directors, actors, producers and composers to talk about the music that inspired them and how they use music in their films, from their current release to key moments in their career. The music chosen by our guests is woven into the interview and used alongside clips from their films.
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Nov 28, 2022 • 36min
Episode 337: Tim Burton On The Music Of Wednesday
Last time we had our latest guest on the podcast was when he was kind enough to join Edith for a Soundtracking Live at the BFI on London's South Bank. That was more of a career retrospective; this time, Tim Burton is here to talk about Wednesday, his first foray into making a television series.
As is so often the case with Tim's work, Wednesday is scored by the great Danny Elfman, ably supported by Chris Bacon. There are also a couple of delicious needle-drops up for discussion.
Nov 25, 2022 • 54min
Episode 336: Luca Guadagnino On The Music Of Bones And All
It's a welcome return to Soundtracking for Luca Guadagnino, a writer and director who always talks so eloquently and revealingly about the music in his films.
His latest project is Bones And All. The ensemble cast features Timonthee Chalamet, Taylor Russell and Mark Rylance in what is part horror, part romantic road movie and part period drama.
Bones and All is scored by Atticus Ross and Trent Reznor - or A & T as Luca describes them - who will themselves be joining us soon.
Nov 21, 2022 • 40min
Episode 335: Sebastián Lelio & Matthew Herbert On The Music Of The Wonder
Thrilled to have another director / composer combo on Soundtracking this week in the shape of Sebastian Lelio and Matthew Herbert, who have joined forces on the Chilean writer/director's latest film, The Wonder.
Starring Florence Pugh, it follows an English nurse sent to an Irish village in the 1860s to observe a young girl who is seemingly able to survive without eating.
It's an amazing experience, narratively, visually and sonically, so we highly recommnend you dive in.
Nov 15, 2022 • 43min
Episode 334: Charlotte Wells On The Music Of Aftersun
It's one of those episodes of Soundtracking which we love so much, in which Edith gets to pick the brains of an up-and-coming filmmaker who's just beginning their journey in the industry.
Charlotte Wells's debut feature Aftersun is an absolutely beautiful piece of work, telling the story of Sophie as she reflects upon a holiday with her then young father they took together 20 years earlier.
As well as containing countless fantastic needle drops, Aftersun is also expertly scored by Oliver Coates, who very kindly furnished us with cues from his as yet unreleased score. Cheers, Oliver!
Nov 12, 2022 • 33min
333: Ryan Coogler On The Music Of Wakanda Forever
Bonus episode time with Ryan Coogler, director of the new Black Panther film, Wakanda Forever.
The film's release is obviously hugely bittersweet for all involved with the sad passing of Chadwick Boseman - but, boy, have Ryan and the exceptional cast done his memory proud.
Here he discusses Chadwick's legacy and the tonal influence his death has had on narrative, as well as the excellent soundtrack and Ludwig Goransson's score.
Nov 7, 2022 • 38min
Episode 332: Tony Gilroy On The Music Of Andor
Anyone who knows Edith knows she is a massive fan of what Disney + is doing with Star Wars world-building, from the Mandalorian to Obi Wan Kenobi.
Andor is no exception, taking the franchise in an altogether new direction with its visual palate, narrative pacing and Orwellian undertones.
So it was a genuine thrill to spend a bit of time with show creator, Tony Gilroy, who also co-wrote Rogue One.
Andor is scored by our old friend Nicholas Britell, and you'll hear plenty of his music throughout the conversation.
Oct 31, 2022 • 53min
Episode 331: Mat Whitecross & David Arnold On The Sound Of 007
We're celebrating some of the most iconic film music of all time this week, as Mat Whitecross and David Arnold join Edith to discuss Mat's excellent documentary, The Sound Of 007.
It does exactly what it says on the tin, featuring contributions from many of the key players from the franchise's 60 year history.
Oct 24, 2022 • 41min
Episode 330: Martin McDonagh On The Music Of The Banshees Of Inisherin
It's a welcome return to Soundtracking for our guest this week, as Martin McDonagh joins us to discuss his new movie, The Banshees of Inisherin
Starring Brendan Gleeson, Colin Farrell, Kerry Condon and Barry Keoghan, it is set on a small Irish island in the 1920s and tells the story of a musician who suddenly ends his friendship with a lifelong drinking buddy.
The Banshees of Inisherin sees Martin reunited with composer Carter Burwell, and you'll hear plenty of his score throughout the conversation.
Oct 17, 2022 • 46min
Episode 329: Composer Nainita Desai Discusses Her Career
This week's guest is a composer with a huge and varied body of work, who Edith regularly bumps into on the London screening circuit and has been trying to get on Soundtracking for some time.
Nanita DesaI's work includes a remarkable number of TV shows - and films such as The Reason I Jump, For Sama and 14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible. The insight into the way she goes about her business is utterly fascinating.
Oct 10, 2022 • 55min
Epsiode 328: David O. Russell On The Music Of Amsterdam
Our guest this week is one of our favourite humans ever to interview - and someone who is in no small part the reason Soundtracking exists.
David O'Russell's is an absolute master when it comes to using music in his films, as evidenced by his latest film Amsterdam, which is scored by our old friend, Daniel Pemberton.
Try stopping Edith and him nattering at your peril!!!
