How did music influence the ending of 'Hamnet'?

Max Richter's track 'On the Nature of Daylight' inspired director Chloe Zhao to rethink and ultimately reshape the film's conclusion.

What method did the 'Bugonia' composer use?

Jerskin Fendrix used 'method composition,' involving extensive research and personal paranoia to mirror the protagonist's psychological state.

How did Alexandre Desplat approach the 'Frankenstein' score?

Desplat created a grand waltz for orchestra and choir, adding dark humor and shifting the audience's perspective on a disturbing scene.

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Music's Power: How Composers Shaped Films

7 Feb

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Summary

Music unlocked the ending for 'Hamnet' after director dissatisfaction.
Composer's 'method composition' mirrored character psychology in 'Bugonia'.
A grand waltz transformed a horrific scene in 'Frankenstein'.

Music's Power: How Composers Shaped Films

This year's Oscar-nominated composers discussed pivotal moments where their music significantly influenced film narratives. For "Hamnet," Max Richter's existing piece, "On the Nature of Daylight," inspired director Chloe Zhao to reimagine the film's conclusion, with the music playing on set for days.

Alexandre Desplat crafted a grand waltz for "Frankenstein," turning a grim scene of corpse collection into an artist's passionate creation, complete with dark humor. Composer Jerskin Fendrix for "Bugonia" employed 'method composition,' immersing himself in research and paranoia based on three keywords, mirroring the film's character.

Ludwig Göransson's score for "Sinners" featured a juke joint scene where music connected the character to historical and future selves, illustrating the blues' evolution. His adaptability on set allowed for precise musical timing, making the scene a standout.