What is the Silents Synced project about?

The Silents Synced project aims to introduce new audiences to classic silent films by pairing them with contemporary music, such as REM's tracks with Buster Keaton's Sherlock Jr.

Which Buster Keaton films are featured in this project?

The project features Buster Keaton's 1924 comedy Sherlock Jr and his 22-minute short film, The Balloonatic.

What kind of music is paired with Sherlock Jr?

Sherlock Jr is accompanied by music from REM's mid-1990s albums, specifically Monster and New Adventures in Hi-Fi.

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Keaton's Silent Film Gets a Rock Remix

4 Feb

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Summary

Buster Keaton's 1924 comedy Sherlock Jr is paired with REM music.
The Silents Synced project aims to attract new audiences to classic films.
Films feature added colorization and visual effects.

Buster Keaton's 1924 silent film, Sherlock Jr, is being presented with a modern twist, featuring music from REM's 1990s albums. This initiative, spearheaded by Josh Frank, aims to bridge the gap between classic cinema and contemporary music fans.

The Silents Synced project, which previously paired Nosferatu with Radiohead, now includes Sherlock Jr and the 22-minute short The Balloonatic. The latter is accompanied by a techno soundtrack from Amon Tobin. While the musical choices may not directly enhance the films, their purpose is to draw new audiences into experiencing these cinematic treasures.