Category Archives: Film Music Reviews

An Extended Preview ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ Score Teases Your Ears

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Jonathan Weilbaecher

It took me a while to come around on the score for The Dark Knight. I was disappointed that all of my favorite musical moments seemed like poorer versions of themes that originated in Batman Begins. I think the music fits the … Continue reading →

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Film Score Friday: ‘The Avengers’ by Alan Silvestri

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Jonathan Weilbaecher

The films put out by Marvel Studios have been excellent in most ways possible. Really nailing the tones of a wide variety of Marvel superheroes. One thing these movies have been lacking, however, is a strong musical presence. Going back to … Continue reading →

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Film Score Friday: ‘Sherlock’ Series 1 & 2 by David Arnold and Michael Price

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Jonathan Weilbaecher

My affinity for Doctor Who has to be well-known at this point in time, but there is another Brit series that really floats my boat these days. Coincidentally, or more likely not, both shows are currently headed by the same mad … Continue reading →

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Film Score Friday: ‘Dark Shadows’ by Danny Elfman

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Jonathan Weilbaecher

One thing will be certain in a few weeks. Once Summer starts there will be more high profile scores than Fridays and some good music might fall through the cracks. Which is precisely why I am so excited to bring you … Continue reading →

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Film Score Friday Special Edition: Famous Film Composers and their TV Theme Songs

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Jonathan Weilbaecher

Whats this, another special edition of Film Score Friday? That’s right, with the massive summer season beginning in just a few short weeks I wanted to spend a little time now on a topic I have long wanted to write about, famous … Continue reading →

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Film Score Friday Retro Edition: ‘The Fifth Element’ by Eric Serra

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Jonathan Weilbaecher

When I started writing the weekly film score review, one of the things I wanted to do was shine a light on some of my favorite scores from the past. Now that I have just passed my one-year anniversary on The Flickcast … Continue reading →

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Film Score Friday: ‘The Hunger Games’ by James Newton Howard

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Jonathan Weilbaecher

Last week saw the release of the first 2012 mega blockbuster, The Hunger Games. The film was eagerly anticipated and delivered the majority of it’s promise for a sweeping, epic tale of love, death and the games. Being the first … Continue reading →

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Film Score Friday: ‘The Essential Games Music Collection Vol. 1’ by London Music Works

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Jonathan Weilbaecher

I like to make it a point to cover video game music as often as I can. I really think the entire industry is on the cusp of breaking down what little barriers are left and establishing itself as a thoroughly acceptable … Continue reading →

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