Episode 12 Final Fantasy v Legend of Zelda
Ella and Tristan compare the music of Final Fantasy VII and the Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. And yes, we talk about One-Winged Angel!
Soundtrack Showdown
Ever wondered what makes a film score truly unforgettable? Each month on Soundtrack Showdown, Ellakova and Tristan Kane-two aspiring film composers themselves-dive deep into that very question. They don't just play clips; they dissect, debate, and celebrate two iconic soundtracks, pitting them against each other in a friendly but passionate battle. You'll hear them break down the composers' techniques, the emotional impact of key themes, and how the music serves the story on screen. It's a conversation that goes beyond simple preference, exploring the craft behind the cinema's most powerful music. This podcast from Tristellar Music offers a genuine insider's perspective, full of appreciation and thoughtful analysis. Whether you're a casual movie fan or a dedicated audiophile, you'll find yourself listening to films in an entirely new way, discovering layers and nuances you might have missed before. Join Ellakova and Tristan as they listen closely, argue persuasively, and ultimately attempt to crown one score the champion of the month.
Episodes
Episode 11 Legend (1985) v Legend (1985)
It’s a very special episode as we review two scores for the SAME FILM. Ridley Scott’s 1985 film Legend was released with two different scores. A Jerry Goldsmith orchestral score in Europe, and a Tangerine Dream electroni…
Episode 10 The Fountain v Tristan + Isolde
In our first annual romantic special this month we compare Clint Mansell’s score for The Fountain (2006) and Anne Dudley’s score for Tristan + Isolde (2006)
Episode 6 The Omen v The VVitch
It’s our first annual Halloween Special! This month we compare Jerry Goldsmith’s classic score for The Omen (1976) and a more modern example, The VVitch (2015) score by Mark Korven. Along the way we share some of our (pe…
Episode 5 Under the Skin v La Marche de l'Empereur
This month we do two firsts, our first foreign language film (not counting Mad Max) and far more importantly our first movies scored by female composers - Micah Levi’s score for the disturbing Under the Skin and Emilie S…
Episode 2 Batman (1989) vs The Dark Knight
Episode 2 of Soundtrack Showdown. We look at two movies about Batman vs his arch-nemesis the Joker. Danny Elfman’s score for Batman (1989) and Hans Zimmer and James Newton Howard’s score for The Dark Knight (2008). In a…
Episode 1 Psycho vs Jaws
In episode 1 of Soundtrack Showdown, we look at two classic horror film scores, Bernard Herrmann’s score for Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho (1960) and John Williams’ score for Steven Spielberg’s Jaws (1975). In a spirit of li…
