SoundWorks Collection

Go behind the scenes of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters with re-recording mixer and sound effects editor Shaughnessy Hare and re-recording mixer Brittany Ellis as they explore the art of building scale, emotion, and immersion through sound. From shaping the massive presence of Titans like Godzilla to crafting intimate, story-driven moments, they break down how sound design, mixing, and music work together to guide the audience’s ...

Go behind the scenes of "Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere", the new film from Director Scott Cooper. We are joined today by production sound mixer Todd Maitland, composer Jeremiah Frates, Re-recording Mixer and Supervising Sound Editor David Giammarco, and Supervising Sound Editor Eric Norris.We discuss shaping the film’s sonic identity — from capturing live vocals on set, recreating Springsteen’s iconic studi...

Step inside the sound design and mix of Paul Thomas Anderson’s newest film, One Battle After Another, with this in-depth look at the work of the sound team. Featuring Re-recording mixer, supervising sound editor, sound designer Chris Scarabosio, Re-recording mixer Tony Villaflor and Production Sound Mixer José Antonio García.

We explore how immersive soundscapes were built, how tension was sculpted through long, slow-burn car ...

Sara Bareilles’ song “Salt Then Sour Then Sweet”—written in collaboration with Andrea Gibson and Brandi Carlile for the documentary "Come See Me in the Good Light" directed by Ryan White —is a tender, emotionally charged meditation on healing and self-acceptance. The track carries Bareilles’ signature warmth and lyrical clarity, layered with Gibson’s poetic sensitivity and Carlile’s s...

Go behind the scenes of SINNERS in this exclusive SoundWorks Collection featurette, which explores the creative collaboration that brought the film’s music and sound to life. The sound and music team dive into the ambitious process of crafting a 1930s Southern period piece centered around several groundbreaking musical performances.

We explore the rarity and significance of music-driven storytelling, and the challenges of reco...

We chat with composer Danny Elfman about his new short film, A Danny Elfman Christmas Story — a whimsical exploration of the unlikely connection between one of Hollywood’s most inventive musical mind and the holiday season. From his hauntingly joyful work on The Nightmare Before Christmas to his fascination with the emotional balance between celebration and melancholy, Elfman’s take on Christmas music is anything ...

In our exclusive SoundWorks Collection we chat with Actor, comedian, musician Fred Armisen about creating his new album, 100 Sound Effects.The goal was to create a number of specific and evocative sounds, but in addition to being a fun listen—pure and simple—100 Sound Effects has great value as an industrial tool, with sounds ready to be used in any number of entertainment projects. Some follow the basic blueprint, like...

In this exclusive SoundWorks Collection conversation, we chat with Oscar and Grammy-winning composer Gustavo Santaolalla and composer David Fleming about the emotional and sonic landscape of The Last of Us Season 2.The composers break down how they expanded the show’s haunting, intimate sound world—blending acoustic textures, raw instrumentation, and ambient tension to match the evolving journey of Ellie, Joel, and the ...

In this exclusive SoundWorks Collection conversation, discover how composer Theodore Shapiro created the haunting and minimalist score for the Apple TV+ series Severance. Known for his work on a wide range of films and shows, Shapiro takes a darker turn with this eerie, atmospheric soundtrack.We explore the stark piano motifs, analog synths, and dissonant strings and how the music perfectly captures the unsettling world of Lumon In...

In this exclusive SoundWorks Collection conversation, we chat with Grammy-winning composer Finneas O'Connell as he delves into the creation of the haunting score for Disclaimer, a psychological thriller directed by Alfonso Cuarón.Finneas shares his creative process, inspirations, and how he utilized different character themes to enhance the narrative's tension and intimacy.SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE:http://bit.ly/SubscribeSoundWorksColle...

In this exclusive SoundWorks Collection conversation, we explore the music of storytelling with Emmy-nominated Composer Duncan Thum, as he reveals the creative process behind his moving score for Netflix's Chef’s Table: Legends. Duncan discusses crafting the musical themes for the episodes featuring world-renowned chefs José Andrés and Thomas Keller—two culinary visionaries with distinct philosophies, yet equally compel...

In this exclusive SoundWorks Collection conversation, we chat with Antonio Sánchez, the Grammy-winning composer and visionary drummer best known for his iconic score for Birdman. In this behind-the-scenes glimpse into The Studio, Sánchez shares his creative process for scoring the Apple TV+ series. Blending his deep jazz roots with masterful improvisation, Antonio constructs a rhythmic and emotive score that pulses in sync with the...

In this exclusive video feature, we explore Wicked's emotional song, "Defying Gravity," featuring performances by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. We examine the various sonic and musical themes crafted by the sound and music team and highlight several pivotal moments in the song. Featuring Picture Editor Myron Kerstein, Composer John Powell, Re-Recording Mixer Andy Nelson, Re-Recording Mixer, Sound Designer and Supervising Sound ...

In this exclusive SoundWorks Collection video we explore the captivating sound design and music of Pixar's Inside Out 2, an emotional rollercoaster that explores the inner workings of a young mind. We explore one of the most gripping scenes in the film, the hockey anxiety attack sequence, where sound and music merge to create a tension-filled experience. In this pivotal moment, the overwhelming chaos of Anxiety leads to a full-blo...

The sound of WICKED transports you into the magical world of Oz with its soaring melodies and powerful orchestration. From the vibrant, bustling streets of the Emerald City to the mysterious and untamed lands beyond, the music pulses with emotion and energy.

In this exclusive conversation, we dive deeper into several key scenes, unpacking the sound team's meticulous craft behind the scenes. From the striking opening sequence to th...

In this exclusive SoundWorks Collection conversation, we're talking with writer and director Jason Reitman about his new film, Saturday Night. This film takes place at 11:30 p.m. on October 11th, 1975, as a ferocious troupe of young comedians and writers changed television forever. Find out what happened behind the scenes. In the 90 minutes leading up to the first broadcast of Saturday Night Live. We're joined by writer and dire...

In this SoundWorks Collection exclusive, we take a deep dive into the sonic world of two of Marvel's most iconic characters: Deadpool and Wolverine. Join us as we chat live from the Savannah film festival featuring Composer Rob Simonsen and Re-recording mixer & Supervising Sound Editor Craig Henighan.

Discover how Simonsen’s evocative score brings emotional depth and pulse-pounding energy to the chaos of these fan-favori...

In this episode of the Soundworks Collection podcast we chat with the sound team behind Director Todd Phillip's Joker: Folie à Deux.

For Phillips, sound isn't just an afterthought; it's a vital part of his storytelling. And in this film, the collaboration between Phillips and his sound team creates an auditory experience that blurs the line between reality and madness.

In this conversation we feature Co–Supervising Sound Ed...