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Do you love movies? Do you love music in movies? Best friends Emily and Hunter play the "score game" where we listen to score and have to guess which film or TV show the music is from! Then we discuss the composer and fun facts about the score and movie! Join us to discover new movies, TV shows and the music that is in them!

School of Score


    • Sep 18, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    Episode 41 'Flight of the Concords & Fantastic Mr. Fox

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2021 49:48


    IM THE HIPHOPOPOTOMUS is an incredible lyric from one of the songs from comedic band Flight of the Concords, who we happen to be talking about this week. Flight of the Concords was a comedic television show that featured hilarious songs by the band of the same name. We then talk about the animated Wes Anderson film, 'Fantastic Mr. Fox' and talk about the impressive feat of stop motion animation. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 40 'Greta Gerwig'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2021 63:37


    Season 2 starts off with a directors episode on Greta Gerwig! Although she only has three completed directed films, she has been an actress for a long time and has an impressive first three films. We talk about our favorite quotes, characters and the overall thesis of Greta's incredible films including 'Lady Bird' and 'Little Women'. Follow us on Instagram: @school_of_score Twitter: @schoolofscore --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 39: WandaVision & The Fast and the Furious'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2021 64:09


    Dom lives his life a quarter mile at a time and we live to talk about it. There's much to said about the long running Fast and the Furious franchise and this week we get into the score and production facts of the first film! And as Disney's 'WandaVision' just received seven nominations from the Hollywood Critics Association and 23 Emmy nominations, we discuss the incredible limited series and its beautiful music!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 38: 'The Flow of Time is Musubi'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2021 69:13


    This week we are talking about the 2005 adventure film 'Zathura' and the 2016 anime hit 'Your Name'. Join us as we talk about the composers, the score and the production of each of these beloved films. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 37: 'Inside: Bo Burnham Review'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2021 66:10


    This week we talk about comedian Bo Burnham's incredible new comedy special 'Inside'. This special was written, directed, performed, created and edited by Bo Burnham in his home over the course of the past year! The amazing artistry of what he creates and the beautiful, moving and hilarious songs in the special are what we discuss and break down! This special fully encapsulates pandemic film making and will surely make you laugh and cry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 36 'Float Like A Cadillac, Sting Like a Beemer'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2021 50:16


    In this episode, we talk about the score and production facts of Pixar's 2006 hit 'Cars'! Then we take you back to 1965 with the beloved musical 'The Sound Of Music'. Join us for to hear about great music and film! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 35: 'Anyone Can Wear the Mask'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2021 45:01


    This week we dive into the amazing scores and production facts of two very different films. First up, the Academy Award winning and groundbreaking animated film 'SpiderMan: Into the SpiderVerse'. Next, we cover the 1999 teen drama that looks into the psyche of young girls, by Sofia Coppola, 'The Virgin Suicides'. *We recommend a pick me up before/after watching 'The Virgin Suicides'* National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 (USA)* --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 34 'It's A Beautiful Mystery'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2021 64:06


    This week we discuss our thoughts and highlights of the 2021 Oscars. Then we jump into the 'The Impossible (2012) based on the true events of a family caught in the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami. Our second film is the psychological thriller that explores nature vs. nurture, 'We Need to Talk About Kevin (2011). --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 33: 'The Queen's Gambit'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 68:02


    Today we are talking all about the limited series 'The Queen's Gambit' (2020). The Netflix miniseries blew up and made an interest in chess skyrocket. We discuss the beautiful score and composer for this series, production facts and discuss just what makes this show great and stand out. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 32: 'Only Love Can Save the World'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 84:48


    This week we discuss the score and production facts of the 2017 superhero hit 'Wonder Woman' (Patty Jenkins) and the apocalyptic comedy 'This is the End (Evan Goldberg/Seth Rogen). Join us for amazing music, amazing movies and fun facts! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 31: 'Little Women Review'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 65:15


    Happy International Women's Day! This week's episode is a review of the Oscar nominated film 'Little Women' (2019). We go over what makes this version, helmed by Greta Gerwig, different from others and in some ways, improves them. Talking about the score, the costume design, cinematography, the writing and more, we cover our love of this beloved story!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 30 'Hayao Miyazaki'

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2021 73:50


    This week we are going into a deep dive on the legendary career of trailblazer Hayao Miyazaki. Miyazaki has become one of the most famous animators of all time for his incredibly beautiful and powerful anime films. We will be sharing our rankings of his feature films, our favorite quotes, characters and scores. We will also be going into the major themes, styles and aesthetic of Hayao Miyazaki's filmography.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 29: 'Oh, It's Fun to be Queen Sometimes!'

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2021 80:26


    This week, Hunter and Emily go over some highlights from the Golden Globes 2021 nominations and who/ what they hope wins. Then we dive into two movies, one the romantic drama from 2015, 'Carol', and the other the 2018 historical dark comedy, 'The Favourite'. Join us as we discuss the music, sound design, costuming and more for these brilliant movies! Links to websites and foley video mentioned in episode: https://soundworkscollection.com/post/the-sound-of-the-favourite-with-johnnie-burn?fbclid=IwAR1WKvloch8lMYk7Jt97OE53CF0pYVLSbO80PrhQdOmD2VWR8L6xn_amTSc carterburwell.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 28 'Whole Life Have a Balance'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021 50:25


    This week we discuss the scores of an iconic 80s action comedy and one of the leading video games of the modern age! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 27 'The Penguins are Psychotic!'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 61:41


    This week we discuss the score of the animated classic from 2005, Madagascar. We also talk about the score from the 2019 horror film Brightburn. We talk about what makes these score great and more production facts for the movies!  Follow us on Facebook: School of Score Twitter: @schoolofscore Instagram: @school_of_score --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 26: 'Just Ask Pandora'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2021 60:13


    Happy New Year! We are starting the year with a brand new episode! This week we discuss the score and production of two beloved TV shows. One show is a hit drama from HBO and another a reality competition show that has become an international empire! We hope you enjoy listening and find a new score and/or show to listen to/ watch! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 25: 'The Best Things You'll Ever Know are Invisible'

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 87:30


    This week we start with introducing a brand new format for our podcast! We then dive into a LOT of movie news about Warner Bros, Disney's Investment Day announcements for Walt Disney Studios, Marvel and Star Wars. (If you want to skip the news segment, we start talking about our scores and movies at 33:40). We talk about two amazing Christmas/Holiday films this week! Happy Holidays! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 24 'It's A Wonderful Life Review'

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 38:43


    It's finally December and we are feeling the joy of Christmas so this week we decided to cover It's A Wonderful Life (1946). This film is not only a classic Christmas movie, but a classic in Hollywood history and cinema. Join us as we talk about why we love the movie, why it stands out and is a classic and give some fun facts on its production! Happy Holidays! Follow us Facebook: School of Score Twitter: @schoolofscore Instagram: @school_of_score

    Episode 23 'It's LeviOsa Not LevioSAR'

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2020 79:00


    This week we discuss the scores from a beloved animated TV show, a whimsical childhood classic, an Irish dark comedy and more! Join us to find something new to watch and listen to! Follow us on Facebook: School of Score Twitter: @schoolofscore Instagram: @school_of_score --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 22 'Fairy Tales are More Than True'

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2020 73:48


    This week we listen to and talk facts about a spooky animated film, a classic monster movie, a dark comedy thriller and more! As always, we hope you enjoy and listen to something new! Follow us on Facebook: School of Score Twitter: schoolofscore Instagram: @school_of_score --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 21 'Normal is an Illusion'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2020 86:12


    This week's second episode is a regular score game! We discuss a myriad of our favorite Halloween movies whether they be horror or fun and a few not related to Halloween too! We have some great films for October to listen to and watch!  Like us Facebook: School of Score Twitter: @schoolofscore Instagram: @school_of_score --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 20 'Quentin Tarantino'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2020 78:34


    The first of two episodes this week is our second director's episode on Quentin Tarantino! We give our personal rankings of his movies, our favorite quotes, characters, scores and an analysis of his aesthetic and style! Follow us on Facebook: School of Score Twitter: @schoolofscore Instagram: @school_of_score --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 19 'Fright Night Review'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 47:25


    This week we are reviewing the 1985 horror film 'Fright Night'! If you love this film or have never seen it, join us as we talk about what we love about this film, some facts about production/ special effect makeup and more! We hope you enjoy our review and some other suggestions of Halloween movies and TV to watch this October!  Follow us on Facebook: School of Score Twitter: @Schoolofscore Instagram: @school_of_score --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 17 'The Last Fart Will Make You Cry'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 78:43


    This week we listen to and discuss the scores from a dark comedy, a classic TV show, a biopic and more! We also want to acknowledge the death of Chadwick Boseman and pay our respects to his legacy, work and life. We hope you find something new to listen to and watch!  (We realize there are glitches with our music at some points in this episode and will be corrected in the future, so sorry!) Follow us on Facebook: School of Score Instagram: @school_of_score Twitter: @schoolofscore --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 18 "Die...Die...Die...I Can't..."

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 97:31


    This week we listen to and discuss the scores from a classic thriller, a hilarious comedy, a video game and more! As always, we hope you enjoy listening and find something new to listen to!  Follow us on Facebook: School of Score Twitter: @Schoolofscore Instagram: @school_of_score --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 16 "Our Poor Petyr, Burnt to a Sizzle"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 80:50


    This week we discuss scores once again from a beloved Studio Ghibli movie, an anime, dark comedy, international comedy and much more! We have movies and shows from Australia, New Zealand, Japan and the U.S. this week! We hope you enjoy the music and facts!  Like us on Facebook: School of Score Follow us on Twitter: @Schoolofscore Instagram: @school_of_score --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 15 'Cats Review'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2020 33:57


    This week we review the bizarre experience that is.... Cats! (The movie) This movie was so strange and wacky that we just had to talk about it! We review the many weird aspects and things that went into making this movie turn out how it did and how it made us feel watching it. This was a crazy bonkers movie that led us on a rollercoaster of feelings that we had to share. We also touch on important news in the film world at the beginning of the episode! We hope you enjoy our review! (This is our first time using audio from zoom, so we apologize for the few glitches in sound that occur)

    Episode 14 'It Is Twilight'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 98:27


    This week we discuss the scores for a Young Adult series, a dark comedy TV series, an animated show and much more! We hope you enjoy the movies this week and enjoy the scores!  Follow us on Facebook: School of Score Twitter: @Schoolofscore Instagram: @school_of_score --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Mini Episode #1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 5:47


    This week we are working with new sound systems and equipment so as we try to figure that stuff out, we have a mini episode! We recommend a new movie for you to watch and give two short updates in movie news! We will be back in full swing next week!

    Episode 13 'Falling With Style'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2020 120:02


    This week we listen to score from a 90s animated show, a biopic, a classic musical, a 2010's horror film and more! We hope you enjoy the music and the facts this week! (Also we know this episode is quite long, but thanks for listening!) Follow us on Facebook: School of Score Twitter: @schoolofscore Instagram: @school_of_score --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 12 'Housebound Review (Non Spoiler)'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2020 33:36


    This week we are 'traveling' to New Zealand as we review the horror/comedy Housebound! Directed and written by Gerard Johnstone (2014), we discuss just what makes this film great and worth a watch. We will NOT be spoiling the movie or revealing any of the many twists and turns in the plot! Listen to hear about this one of a kind film that will scare you and make you laugh!  Follow us on Facebook: School of Score Twitter: Schoolofscore Instagram: school_of_score --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 11 'We Are the Weirdos, Mister'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2020 93:45


    This week we listen to scores from a recent Oscar winner, an older comedy, a children's animated film, an Oscar nominated horror film and more! We hope you find something new to listen to and watch today!  Follow us on: Twitter- @SchoolofScore Instagram- @school_of_score Facebook: School of Score  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 10 'Wes Anderson'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2020 95:44


    This episode we discuss Wes Anderson and his amazing collective works. We want to honor one of our favorite directors by giving facts about him and his style of film making. We break down the major themes and visual motifs of his films. And of course, we discuss our favorite Wes Anderson films, scores, characters and quotes! If you love Wes Anderson or want to get into his films and learn, take a listen to this episode!  Follow us on: -Twitter @schoolofscore  -Instagram @school_of_score -Facebook: School of Score --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 9 'Punched the Highlights Out of her Hair!'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2020 84:06


    This week we listen to the scores of some Sci-Fi movies, a comedy, children's TV show, a drama TV show and some animated hit movies! We hope you find something new to listen to/ watch! Follow us on Twitter @Schoolofscore, like us on Facebook at School of Score and follow us on Instagram @school_of_score --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 8 'Upsetty Spaghetti'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 76:43


    In this episode we discuss two classic cinema game changers, a thriller TV show, a YA franchise and more! Like us on Facebook, School of Score. Follow us on Twitter @schoolofscore and Instagram @school_of_score --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 7 'Abby Normal'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 79:58


    In this episode we listen to the scores from a spooky TV show, an Italian classic, two iconic comedies, a classic romance and more! Listen and guess along with us as we play scores!  Like us on Facebook at School of Score, follow us on Twitter @schoolofscore and Instagram @school_of_score --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 6 "On the Seat of Your Pants"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2020 76:13


    In this episode we discuss the scores from some fun 80s movies, a classic icon, some TV shows and more!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 5 'Why'd You Spill the Beans?'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2020 53:53


    This week we talk about the music from a children's franchise, TV shows from America and England,  some thrillers and more while playing the Score Game!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 4 Booksmart Review

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2020 29:48


    This week we are doing our first movie review! We are reviewing the coming of age comedy, Booksmart (2019, Directed by Olivia Wilde) Take a listen to find out why you should watch this hilarious, touching and relatable film and get a listen to our favorite song from the score! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 3 "The Stupid Pina Colada Song"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 50:38


    In this episode we discuss scores from beloved franchises and jump into a few different films from Johnny Depp's career! We hope you enjoy all the unplanned laughter and silliness in this episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 2 "Mushmore"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 61:58


    Episode 2 starts with a homage to John William's score for Star Wars day on May the 4th! Then we get into the score game once again. Enjoy the many different genres and scores we discuss on today's episode!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 1 "It's Not Twilight"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 50:04


    Join us for episode 1 of School of Score to listen to the scores from some iconic movies and TV shows! We will introduce our favorite composers and scores and then jump right into the game!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    School of Score Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 6:25


    Emily and Hunter introduce themselves and the podcast, School of Score. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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