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I Saw the TV Glow is weird and transfixing

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Reverse Engineered Movie Soundtrack

Recap: The film's creators prioritized the soundtrack, curating a nostalgic yet discordant mix.

Key Insights:

  • Soundtrack's unique blend: Familiar sounds (90s rock) are digitally altered, creating a nostalgic yet new feel.
  • Director's vision: Jane Schoenbrun aimed to create a 'bangin' mixtape, reverse-engineering the film around it.
  • Indie artist collaboration: Soundtrack includes artists like Barty Strange, Caroline Polichak, Yule, and Sloppy Jane.

Quote: "They reverse engineered a movie to make a really cool soundtrack."

Media:

  • I Saw the TV Glow (Film)
  • I Saw the TV Glow (Soundtrack)

Q: How was the film 'I Saw the TV Glow' developed around its soundtrack?

A: The director aimed to create a specific musical experience and the movie was built to complement the music.

Tags: #soundtrack, #filmmaking, #music

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