Soundtracking with Edith Bowman

Edith Bowman

In a unique weekly podcast, Edith Bowman sits down with a variety of film directors, actors, producers and composers to talk about the music that inspired them and how they use music in their films, from their current release to key moments in their career. The music chosen by our guests is woven into the interview and used alongside clips from their films.

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January 19 · 34 min
578: Oliver Hermanus, Paul Mescal & Josh O'Connor Discuss The History Of Sound
Our latest guests on Soundtracking are Oliver Hermanus, Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor, respectively the director and leading men in Oliver's beautiful new film, The History Of Sound. Based on two short stories by Ben Shattuck, who also wrote the screenplay, it follows the story of two men who meet at the New England Conservatory Of Music in 1917, and subsequently travel together recording the folk songs of their compatriots in 1920's America. More ... Edith's website Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube Be In The Scene
January 16 · 30 min
577: Nia DaCosta On The Music Of 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
New year, new raft of bonus episodes, as those stellar guests just keep on coming. And it's a speedy return to Soundtracking for Nia DaCosta, who joins us to discuss her follow-up to 28 Years Later, The Bone Temple. Starring Ralph Feinnes, Jack O'Connell, Alfie Williams and Erin Kellyman, it picks up the story on the mainland, as our young hero from the previous film, Spike, is taken in by a crazed gang of psychopathic zombie hunters - aka The Jimmys! Friend of the show Hildur Guðnadóttir scores in typically magnificent fashion. More ... Edith's website Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube Be In The Scene
January 12 · 39 min
576: Hikari On The Music Of Rental Family
Our latest guest on Soundtracking is Hikari, co-writer and director of the heartwarming comedy drama, Rental Family. Starring Brendan Fraser, it tells tells the story of an American actor based in Japan, who takes a job with an agency that provides stand-in family members for strangers. Rental Family is score by Jonsi & Alex Somers of Sigur Ros fame - and quite beautifully too! Socials Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube
January 5 · 26 min
575: Hamnet Special: Chloé Zhao, Paul Mescal & Jessie Buckley
We have a Hamnet special for you on Soundtracking, as first writer / director Chloe Zhao and stars Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley join Edith. Based on Maggie O'Farrell's novel - who also worked on the script - it tells the story of how the horrendous tragedy that strikes Shakespeare and his wife, Agnes, inspires him to write Hamlet. Hamnet is scored by friend of the show Max Richter, and we'll hear plenty of his music throughout the episode. Socials Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube
Dec 30, 2025 · 28 min
574: Paul Bettany & Will Sharpe On The Music Of Amadeus
Our last guests on Soundtracking are Will Sharpe and Paul Bettany, who join us to discuss Amadeus. Available to watch on Sky and Now TV, it’s a reworking of Peter Shaffer’s classic play, in which the precocious composer arrives in Vienna and soon makes an enemy of court composer Salieri. Socials Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube
Dec 26, 2025 · 36 min
573: Joachim Trier & Stellan Skarsgård On The Music Of Sentimental Value [Everyman Soundtracking Film Club Live]
As promised, we have a second episode of Soundtracking for you this Boxing Day, as Joachim Trier and Stellan Skarsgard join us to discuss Sentimental Value, which is on general release in the UK as of now. Addressing themes of intergenerational trauma, nepotism and suicide, Sentimental Value follows a fractured relationship between an acclaimed director and his two estranged daughters, which becomes even more complicated when he decides to make a personal film about their family history. This was our last Everyman Soundtracking Film club of the year, where we screen a movie and Edith speaks to person or persons connected to it afterwards. You can find every single edition of our partnership at edithbowman.com More ... Edith's website Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube
Dec 26, 2025 · 43 min
572: Josh Safdie On The Music Of Marty Supreme
It’s a Boxing Day bonus, as we bring you not one but two episodes of Soundtracking in the spirit of festive cheer. First up is Josh Safdie, co-writer, producer and director of Marty Supreme, the film which has been wowing critics across the globe with five star review after five star review. Then, after you've polished off your Christmas Day leftovers, we'll hear from Joachim Trier & Stellan Skarsgård, who joined Edith live on stage as part of our Everyman Soundtracking Film Club to discuss Sentimental Value. But we begin with Josh and Marty Supreme. Starring Timothée Chalamet and loosely based on a true story, the narrative follows an up-and-coming table tennis star who gets embroiled in all manner of scrapes to achieve his dream. It's beautifully scored by Daniel Lopatin More ... Edith's website Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube
Dec 23, 2025 · 51 min
571: Warren Ellis On The Music Of The Death Of Bunny Munro (And His Dogs!)
Our latest episode of Soundtracking sees a welcome return to the podcast for the legend that is Warren Ellis, who joins us to discuss his score for The Death Of Bunny Munro, which he composed with Nick Cave. Based on Nick's novel, The Death Of Bunny Munro stars Matt Smith as a salesman who takes his son on a road trip around Sussex after his wife's suicide at the same time a serial killer is operating in the area. More ... Edith's website Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube
Dec 19, 2025 · 44 min
570: Nia DaCosta On The Music Of Hedda
Our latest guest on Soundtracking is Nia DaCosta, who joins us to discuss her film Hedda, which is streaming now on Amazon Prime as well as other home entertainment platforms. Based on the Henrik Ibsen play, Hedda stars former Soundtracking guests Tessa Thompson and Tom Bateman among a fine cast, and centres around a lavish party in which personal and professional tensions simmer. Hildur Guanodottir's score is predictable fabulous. More ... Edith's website Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube
Dec 15, 2025 · 34 min
569: Kathryn Bigelow, Rebecca Ferguson, Volker Bertelmann, Noah Oppenheim & Greg Shapiro On A House Of Dynamite [CONTAINS SPOILERS]
We're very excited to be bringing you this latest episode, recorded in front of an audience as part of our Everyman Soundtracking film club. Edith was joined on stage by Kathryn Bigelow, Noah Oppenheim, Greg Shapiro, Rebecca Ferguson and Volker Bertelmann after a screening of Kathryn's Netflix film, A House Of Dynamite. Told non-chronologically and from multiple perspectives, the narrative follows the responses of different US government and military officials after an unknown adversary launches a single intercontinental ballistic missile at a North American city. More ... Edith's website Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube
Dec 12, 2025 · 17 min
568: Alex Russell & Archie Madekwe On The Music Of Lurker
Our latest guests on Soundtracking are Alex Russell and Archie Madekwe, who join us to discuss Alex's debut feature, Lurker. Archie stars as Oliver, a rising pop musician who is befriended by a fan who infiltrates Oliver's inner circle, becoming an evermore disturbing presence. More ... Edith's website Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube
Dec 9, 2025 · 29 min
567: Kate Winslet, Joe Anders, Ben Harlan & James Taylor On The Music Of Goodbye June
Our latest episode of Soundtracking involves a lovely conversation between Kate Winslet, her son Joe Anders, composer Ben Harlan and music supervisor James Taylor, who join us to discuss Kate's directorial debut Goodbye June, which Joe wrote. Goodbye June tells the story of a family who gather around their dying mother at Christmas, confronting themes of grief, reconciliation and love. The ensemble cast is magnificent, with Kate, Toni Collette, Timothy Spall, Andrea Risborough, Jonny Flynn and Helen Mirren all delivering stellar performances (as usual). More ... Edith's website Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube
Dec 5, 2025 · 45 min
566: George Clooney, Adam Sandler & Noah Baumbach On The Music Of Jay Kelly
We have yet another bonus episode of Soundtracking for you, celebrating the release of Noah Baumbach's comedy, Jay Kelly. First up is Noah himself, then leading men George Clooney and Adam Sandler. Jay Kelly tells the story of the titular movie star and his devoted manager, Ron (played by George and Adam), who embark on an unexpectedly profound journey through Europe. Along the way, both men confront the choices they've made, relationships with loved ones, and the legacies they'll leave behind. It is beautifully scored by Nicholas Britell, and you will of course hear plenty of his music More ... Edith's website Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube
Dec 4, 2025 · 27 min
565: Carmen Emmi, Russell Tovey & Tom Blyth On Plainclothes
Every now and again on Soundtracking, we share an interview which doesn't refer to music at all - and that's the case with this bonus episode with Carmen Emmi, Russell Tovey and Tom Blyth. But they joined Edith to discuss such a beautiful film about such an important story that we wanted to bring it to you on the podcast anyway, as well as our youtube channel Soundtracking Extra, where the conversation premiered. The film in question is Plainclothes, which is now available on Home Ents formats. It's Carmen's debut as a writer and director, and tells the story of a police officer who works undercover to entrap and arrest men displaying lewd behavior in public restrooms. However, he soon finds himself torn between duty and desire when he develops a secret connection with one of his targets. More ... Edith's website Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube
Dec 1, 2025 · 36 min
564: The Duffer Brothers On The Music Of Stranger Things
Our latest guests on Soundtracking are Matt and Ross Duffer, creators of the epic Netflix sensation, Stranger Things, which has just entered in its fifth and final season. To summarise very briefly, Stranger Things tells the story of a group of young friends in In 1980s Indiana, who encounter supernatural forces and expose secret government exploits. As they search for answers, the children unravel a series of extraordinary mysteries. Not only does it feature an iconic synth score from Michael Stein & Kyle Dixon, but it is also famous for its exemplary use of needle-drops. More ... Edith's website Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube
Nov 29, 2025 · 46 min
563: Nick Rowland An Taron Egerton On She Rides Shotgun
Our latest bonus guests on Soundtracking with Nick Rowland and Taron Egerton, who join us to discuss Nick's latest film, She Rides Shotgun, which you can watch now on Amazon Prime. In it, Taron stars as a newly released ex-con marked for death by unrelenting enemies, who must protect his estranged 11-year-old daughter at all costs. As with Nick's previous film, the brilliant Calm With Horses, She Rides Shotgun is scored by Ben Power, aka Blanck Mass More ... Edith's website Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube
Nov 24, 2025 · 34 min
562: Rian Johnson On The Music Of Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery
It's a very welcome return to Soundtracking for Rian Johnson, who joins us to discuss the third of his Knives Out mysteries, Wake Up Dead Man. Starring Daniel Craig as master detective Benoit Blanc, the extraordinary ensemble cast includes Josh O'Connor, Glenn Close, Josh Brolin, Mila Kunis, Andrew Scott, Jeremy Renner and Thomas Haden Church. In this latest instalment, Benoit takes a case that brings him into the orbit of charismatic priest Monsignor Jefferson Wicks and his devout congregation. When a mysterious death occurs, our hero must navigate a web of secrets and simmering tensions within the community to expose the truth.
Nov 21, 2025 · 35 min
561: Rebecca Miller On Her Documentary, Mr Scorsese
Our latest guest on Soundtracking is Rebecca Miller, in an interview we originally put on our youtube channel, Soundtracking Extra, but wanted to share with you on the podcast. Rebecca is the director of Mr Scorsese, a beautifully compelling, honest and comprehensive documentary series about Marty's life and work, which is streaming now on Apple TV +. And he is, of course, one of the greatest exponents of the needle drop in the history of cinema, as well as music more generally.
Nov 17, 2025 · 39 min
560: Guillermo del Toro & Alexandre Desplat On The Music Of Frankenstein
It's a Frankenstein special on our latest episode of Soundtracking, as first Guillermo del Toro and then composer Alexandre Desplat join us to discuss their collaboration on the Netflix reimagining. Starring Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth and Christoph Waltz, Frankenstein is a beautiful interpretation of the classic tale, brought to life by Guillermo's characteristic stylistic flair. As ever, Alexandre's score is the perfect compliment. More ... Edith's website Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube
Nov 14, 2025 · 53 min
559: Jonny Greenwood On His Score For One Battle After Another
Jonny emails Edith on Monday to say his available to chat about his score for One Battle After Another between Radiohead duties, and we bring it to you at the first opportunity. This is a fabulous deep dive into his process and the imagination and innovation he brings to his film work. Enjoy! More ... Edith's website Soundtracking On Instagram Edith's Instagram Soundtracking Extra On Youtube