Film Composer News

Crafting custom music for Sean Baker’s Anora — a film that took home the Palme d’Or at Cannes—was a thrilling journey. I had the opportunity to create original tracks that aligned with the film’s edgy, atmospheric style. Under my Electropoint alias, I worked to bring gritty, synth-heavy trap elements to specific scenes, especially during intense club moments that pulse with raw energy and emotion.

Unlike my usual scoring of a film, with Anora, I wasn’t given picture to compose to, but rather I was given the settings that the music would need to exist in – namely the nightlife of Brighton Beach. Each track is driven by heavy synths and deep beats, capturing the tension and complexity of Anora’s setting. These pieces amplify the mood, serving as a sonic backdrop that deepens the audience’s immersion in the narrative.

Creating this music was both a creative and technical exercise, blending my production experience with the nuanced demands of cinematic storytelling. Each sound was selected to evoke the right atmosphere—whether it’s the anticipation, the grit, or the pulse of a night in a neon-lit club. I’m grateful for the chance to have contributed to a project of this caliber and excited to share my work with audiences.

With Anora now playing in theaters in New York and Los Angeles, and a nationwide release coming up in November, I look forward to seeing how these tracks resonate with viewers, adding yet another layer to the film’s immersive experience.

To listen to the Electropoint tracks from Anora, click here for the playlist on Spotify

Creating the score for The Bridge was a uniquely meaningful project for me as a composer. Directed by my long-time collaborator, Evan Jackson Leong, The Bridge is a documentary that delves into the 50-year journey of East West Bank and the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community’s pursuit of the American dream. The film’s powerful story of cultural resilience and ambition inspired me to compose a score that would reflect the rich tapestry of East and West influences, both musically and thematically.

For this project, I blended traditional Eastern sounds with modern Western elements, creating a soundscape that mirrors the duality of heritage and identity experienced by the film’s subjects. The music moves between subtle, reflective tones and bold, expansive motifs, each crafted to resonate with the film’s narrative of community, triumph, and the complexities of navigating multiple identities in pursuit of success.

Scoring The Bridge allowed me to explore a fusion of styles and textures, from traditional instruments and melodies to contemporary synth layers and orchestration. Each composition was carefully crafted to embody the story’s cultural roots while also pushing forward, capturing the spirit of those who bridge two worlds. I wanted the score to feel both grounded and aspirational, just like the film’s narrative.

The Bridge is now available, and I am incredibly honored to have contributed to a documentary that not only tells an essential story but also celebrates the achievements of the AAPI community. I hope audiences find a deep connection in the music as they experience the film’s exploration of dreams, identity, and the bonds that unite us all.

To find where it is currently streaming (on Apple TV and Prime), visit the film’s official website and to listen to the soundtrack you can visit Spotify or Apple Music

Working on the score for The Unbreakable Tatiana Suarez, a compelling HBO documentary directed by my long-time collaborator, Cassius Corrigan, was an inspiring journey into the spirit of resilience and triumph. This film tells the powerful story of MMA fighter Tatiana Suarez, following her journey through relentless challenges, both personal and professional. For a story so intense and uplifting, my aim was to compose music that reflects her determination, strength, and the emotional depth of her path.

Throughout the score, I used a mix of percussive elements, orchestral swells, and modern electronic textures to convey the intensity of training and quiet moments of introspection. Tatiana’s story is one of unwavering resolve, and the music needed to both energize and pull back, allowing space for the personal reflections and moments of grit that define her journey.

Collaborating with Cassius once again brought an added depth to the process. We approached each scene with a shared vision, understanding the pacing and emotional layers required to bring Tatiana’s journey to life. When the scenes turn to the physical demands of her training, the score amplifies this intensity, using bold rhythms and dynamic layers. For the quieter, more introspective moments, I wove in softer, resonant tones that echo her inner strength and resolve. The goal was to create a sonic journey that feels as relentless and inspiring as Tatiana herself.

I’m honored to have contributed to this project, which not only sheds light on Tatiana’s achievements but also celebrates the strength of the human spirit. The Unbreakable Tatiana Suarez is now streaming on HBO, and I’m thrilled to share this score that accompanies such a remarkable story.

AI Love You premiered on Netflix and became the #1 film on Netflix in Thailand and in the top ten for all Asian Netflix territories. It has been an incredible ride getting to score this highly anticipated screen reunion for two of Thailand’s biggest actors, but I never could have hoped for such a strong reception. Of course, the soundtrack is also available now wherever you like to listen to music. And if you haven’t seen it yet, you can watch the film on Netflix

Snakehead was just picked up by Samuel Goldwyn Films and Roadside attractions!!! Composing the score for this film was incredibly rewarding but nothing is as validating and proof that the message is resonating than having such an illustrious film company and distributor pick up the film. There will definitely be a lot more news coming on this, but wanted to get this news out! To learn more about the film, in the interim, check it out on the Samuel Goldwyn Films website.

It was an absolute honor to be involved with this film. Working with Paul Schrader in the studio as a music producer while they recorded songs and score for this film was a truly humbling experience. And now, the trailer has finally dropped, and the dates are starting to be released If you get a chance, check out the trailer for the film starring Oscar Isaac and Tiffany Haddish!

I do a lot of work producing music for reality TV stars, and I had such a great time talking about that facet of what I do with Confessional Magazine. Granted, they were very interested in my film scoring work, but we have a lot of reality TV friends in common so that is how we synced up. If you want to learn a little bit about how much reality TV past (or not so past) found its way into a lot of my film scoring work, feel free to give the interview a read or the podcast a listen here.

I’ve done a lot of work for producer/director Tom Bentey of Tom Bentey Media over the last decade. He is one of those producers who are at home in the narrative, commercial, and docu formats, and I’ve helped with the score and audio post-production for a lot of his films. So it being on his podcast to talk about my work scoring films was pretty much just a stroll down memory lane. Feel free to check out the podcast.

It is always a real pleasure to talk to podcasters and bloggers about my work scoring films and television, and during the height of this pandemic, it was so great to speak with a podcast that is exploring the creative struggles we are encountering during the pandemic. If you like podcasts, films, and film scoring, I think you might really enjoy my episode on Misfit Pandemia. You can listen here.

It was very humbling to be interviewed and featured on the Recording Connections website for my work as a film composer and music producer. I’ve mentored aspiring engineers and producers over the years at Mirrortone Studios and was wonderful to talk with the community at large about my various scoring and producing projects for film, television, and commercials. If you want to give it a read, you can check it out here.