The music used in a movie can often times be just as memorable as the movie itself. Done right, a film’s soundtrack can engage a viewer beyond just what they’re seeing on the screen and propel the narrative forward. Music and movies have been intertwining art forms since films began incorporating recorded sound. So it makes … Read more
Inspiration can strike from anywhere, but as many artists will tell you, there is a clear similarity between songwriting and making movies. For those hoping to combine their love of music with a passion for cinema, there’s an entire section of the recording industry dedicated to film scoring and writing music specifically for the big screen. We have … Read more
If movies are all about immersion and world-building, one of the best ways to do that is to add believable details—like a hit song, for example. Movie soundtracks are a great way to turn a good song into a hit, especially when the movie itself turns out to be popular. That mostly happens to songs … Read more
Emily Armstrong recently gained attention as the new co-vocalist of Linkin Park, joining Mike Shinoda and marking a new chapter for the band. Known for her powerful voice and dynamic stage presence, she first made her mark as the lead singer and guitarist of Dead Sara. As Emily Armstrong embraces her new role, fans are … Read more
Since its debut, the K-pop’s rising iconic group, Le Sserafim, has been making waves in the music charts. Be it their mini albums or hit singles, fans have been loving the freshness of Le Sserafim’s discography. Le Sserafim debuted in May 2022 with the EP, Fearless. The debut EP drew many listeners, selling over half … Read more
Thai singer Jeff Satur has mesmerized listeners with his distinct music style. Aside from his soothing vocals, he is also a skilled actor who impressed audiences on several projects like the KinnPorsche series. In 2023, Jeff left the label Be On Cloud and launched his own agency, Studio On Saturn. This year, he is set to star in the upcoming BL Drama Wuju Bakery. … Read more
But for all the fest’s foibles, I think it would be shortsighted to pass that ire down to the filmmakers or their projects–many of whom had little to no say in these decisions and who may not even support the actions the festival endorses (or knew about it before their role at the fest was … Read more
TV theme songs serve a very important role. They need to feature instantly catchy melodies and instrumentation, of course. But they often also need to explain the basic plot of their series, and if possible, set the mood and emotional stakes for whatever comedic, dramatic or romantic adventures the viewers are about to enjoy. The … Read more
Celine Song’s directorial debut was already my favorite movie of 2023 so far, but the Past Lives Blu-ray made me appreciate it even more. Featuring an informative commentary track, a great making-of featurette, and a handful of deleted scenes, the home video release is worth every penny. The film itself is even more impactful upon … Read more
Throughout, the movie is a great showcase for the promising visual talents of directors Stevie Salas and James Burns. Whether it’s in documentary passages, dreamy sequences with spare VFX, or instances of on-the-ground, cop-tussling journalism, “Boil Alert” shows that Salas and Burns have an exciting intuition as filmmakers. Sometimes, the touches can border on being too … Read more