As the 2026 film season unfolds, composer Daniel Pemberton continues to push boundaries, blending the sophisticated rhythms of jazz with the immersive power of film scores. His recent work, from the ...

Nine Inch Nails’ music for “Tron: Ares,” Nala Sinephro’s compositions for “The Smashing Machine” and more. By Lindsay Zoladz As I was putting together my annual list of my favorite albums of the year, ...

The IndieWire Craft team picks the best film and television scores from 2025, including "Hamnet," "Sinners," and Sirât." 2025 is not a year that will be missed in many respects, but one of the few in ...

From weird little critters to weird little Michael Keatons to papal gossip, the IndieWire Craft team picks the film scores that have moved us most this year. When it comes to film scores, 2024 showed ...

Curated playlists are bringing together sci-fi movie scores, celebrated film soundtracks, and acclaimed video game music into single, expansive listening experiences. These collections feature works ...

Do you ever think about what your favorite movies would be like without their soundtracks? I’m not necessarily asking about the recognizable songs you’re used to hearing on the radio, but the ...

If you plan to see Luca Guadagnino’s Challengers this weekend, be prepared to be knocked on your ass by its propulsive score by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross. Their synthwave-inspired compositions add ...

Film scores have a strange, almost invisible power. They can make a moment triumphant or heartbreaking without a single word of dialogue. They can elevate a simple scene into something unforgettable.