Writer / Director Todd Phillips has been hugely successful in delivering a steady stream of huge comedy films. Each one of those has at least half a dozen scenes, that without the music, probably wouldn’t be as funny, dark or memorable. With a step towards more dramatic comedy with his new film War Dogs, Todd hasn’t changed his attitude towards the importance of music in film.
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Episode 3:
Todd Solondz
In our third Episode of Soundtracking, I talk to renowned and respected Writer /Director Todd Solondz about his relationship with music. We delve into his new film Wiener Dog, along with the musical journey through all his film making as well as his own personal one.
Episode 2:David Ayer
This week in our second in the new series I sit down with Writer/Director David Ayer. He’s known for his immersive & gritty style of film making in movies like End of Watch and Fury. How has music shaped and influenced his film making, along with working with composers Stephen Price and David Sardy? I hope you find this a fascinating insight into the mind of an incredibly accomplished film maker backed by an eclectic selection of music.
Episode 1:
Ben Wheatley
For our 1st show I chat to the incredible British film director Ben Wheatley. Ben made his name co-writing and directing the indie horror Kill List, before cementing his reputation with Sightseers and A Field In England. He has now taken on the considerable challenge of realising the dystopian visions of novelist JG Ballard in High Rise …
Episode 1:
Ben Wheatley
For our 1st show I chat to the incredible British film director Ben Wheatley. Ben made his name co-writing and directing the indie horror Kill List, before cementing his reputation with Sightseers and A Field In England. He has now taken on the considerable challenge of realising the dystopian visions of novelist JG Ballard in High Rise …