With '28 Years Later' on the horizon, the boys revisit Danny Boyle's sleeper hit that reinvigorated the zombie genre. They discuss the film's production and budget challenges, the value of silence in creating tension, and how Murphy's minimalist, mood-driven approach changed horror scoring forever.Ev's score: 8.6 / Al's score: 8.1 / Ky's score: 8.2Musical term: Post-rockInstrumental Instrument: Electric guitarIf you like what you hear, follow us on Spotify and opt-in to get notified when we drop future episodes. Better yet, get in touch and keep up with our score-settling antics on TikTok or Instagram.00:00 Introduction and 28 Days Later Hype00:32 Cast and Production Insights01:46 Filming Techniques and Challenges04:10 Inspiration and Story Origins05:15 Alternate Endings and Financial Success09:41 Score and Soundtrack Analysis21:04 Legacy and Cultural Impact26:59 Final Thoughts and Future Projects
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Sinners | Ludwig Göransson
Every settler has a past, and every sinner has a future. Ryan Coogler and Ludwig Göransson have delivered what's sure to be one of the films of the year if not the decade, and we've got until sunrise to discuss it.Ev's score: 9.8 / Al's score: 9.7 / Ky's score: 9.3Musical term: Call and response (music)Instrumental Instrument: Dobro 1932 CyclopseIf you like what you hear, follow us on Spotify and opt-in to get notified when we drop future episodes. Better yet, get in touch and keep up with our score-settling antics on TikTok or Instagram
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The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King with Dr. Stanley Miller | Howard Shore
Gondor calls for aid...and the Settlers shall answer. We’re making our long-awaited return to Middle Earth to once and for all vanquish the One Ring. Carried to the summit of Mount Doom by Tolkien enthusiast Dr. Stanley Miller, we dissect what made Howard Shore’s epic conclusion to the LotR trilogy a true masterpiece.Ev's score: 10 / Al's score: 9.9 / Ky's score: 9.9 / Stan's score: 9.9Musical term: DissonanceInstrumental Instrument: ShakuhachiIf you like what you hear, follow us on Spotify and opt-in to get notified when we drop future episodes. Better yet, get in touch and keep up with our score-settling antics on TikTok or Instagram.00:00 Introduction to the Journey00:58 Welcoming Dr. Stanley Miller01:04 Partying in Hobbiton and Baltimore02:23 A Trip to Hobbiton04:10 Stan's Passion for Tolkien04:26 The Power of Storytelling06:49 Howard Shore's Musical Genius11:05 The Shire Theme Evolution13:04 Emotional Impact of the Music26:01 Lighting of the Beacons30:57 Final Reflections and Scores36:05 Conclusion and Fun Facts
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The Brutalist | Daniel Blumberg
Hot off its Oscar win, the boys discuss the structures, techniques, and collaborations culminating in 2024’s Best Original Score.Ev's score: 9.5 / Al's score: 9.3 / Ky's score: 9.3Musical term: Tone ClusterInstrumental Instrument: Prepared pianoIf you like what you hear, follow us on Spotify and opt-in to get notified when we drop future episodes. Better yet, get in touch and keep up with our score-settling antics on TikTok or Instagram.00:00 Post-Academy Awards Recap00:22 Unexpected Wins and Highlights00:44 The Brutalist: A Deep Dive01:35 Emotional Connections and Personal Stories02:17 Composer Spotlight: Daniel Bloomberg02:53 Filmmaking on a Budget03:24 Live Music on Set06:46 Intermission Insights08:36 Musical Analysis and Themes19:48 Architecture and Brutalism23:02 Final Thoughts and Ratings27:59 Closing Remarks
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The White Lotus | Cristobal Tapia de Veer
Welcome to the White Lotus, Settlers. The guys take a trip to Maui with Cristobal de Veer’s eery score in the Airpods. You know this one’s gonna end with a bang. Ev's score: 8.6 / Al's score: 9.3 / Ky's score: 9.2Musical term: PolyrhythmInstrumental Instrument: Voice of Cristobal Tapia de VeerIf you like what you hear, follow us on Spotify and opt-in to get notified when we drop future episodes. Better yet, get in touch and keep up with our score-settling antics on TikTok or Instagram.00:00 Welcome to the White Lotus00:11 Reflecting on Past Seasons00:56 Mike White's Vision and Influence01:46 The Unique Filming Experience02:27 The Anthology Structure04:07 The Iconic Score05:44 Cristobal Tapia DeVere's Journey06:42 The Creative Process09:00 The Impact of the Score15:49 Season Two and Beyond20:10 Final Thoughts and Ratings
From the Tarantino brothers comes Settling the Score, a podcast about the music in the movies we love. Each episode, we’ll be exploring the songs, scenes, and sounds that make these films so memorable. Join us, and if you like what you hear follow us on Spotify and opt in for notifications on new drops.
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