DIRECTOR
S. K. Dale
PRODUCTION
Millenium Films
CAST
Megan Fox, Callan Mulvey
About the project
Starring Megan Fox (Transformers) and Callan Mulvey (300, Batman v Superman), Till Death tells the story of Emma (Fox), who is left handcuffed to her dead husband as part of a sickening revenge plot and must survive two hired killers on their way to finish the job
The film is being produced by Jeffrey Greenstein & Yariv Lerner who produced ‚Hellboy‘, ‚Rambo‘, ‚The Expendables‘. And David Leslie Johnson who wrote ‚Aquaman‘ and ‚The Conjuring 2‘, edited by Sylvie Landra – ‚The Fifth Element‘, ‚Leon: The Professional‘.
Soundtrack
For the music Walter commissioned the build of unique sounding instruments including water-phones and a contra-hurdy. The latter is a ‚Frankenstein‘ of an instrument, borrowing the large corpus and strings from a double bass (contra bass) whilst the strings are being moved by small motors built into the corpus of the instrument which can be found in the body of a hurdy-gurdy. This creates some overtone-rich sounds that lend themselves towards dark and sinister tones that are so important for this film.
The soundtrack was released through Millennium Media Records and is available on all major platforms.
Check out this link to listen to the full soundtrack
Selected Clips
For the action sequences and faster paced scenes Walter recorded an array of percussive instruments as well as beats and patterns produced with his extensive modular-synth setup.
The emotional component comes from recording strings and intimately arranged solo performances on cello and violin. To transition from the more engaging and warm scenes into menacing and foreboding sequences the live recordings were treated with analog and digital effects.
Some impressions
“Megan’s gritty performance will leave you on the edge of your seat right up until the very end.“
Deadline
„Fox in pure, wicked magnetism“
The New York Times
PRESS
Variety
„Involving high-security safes, handsaws, and precariously thin ice over the lake — Dale’s direction and Fox’s commitment go a long way toward making “Till Death” a glossy, entertaining movie.“
the full reviewThe Hollywood Reporter
„A high-concept horror-thriller, is beginning to shoot, marking the first U.S. production since the coronavirus pandemic lockdown.“
the full reviewBloody Disgusting
“Till Death tells the story of Emma (Fox), who is left handcuffed to her dead husband as part of a sickening revenge plot and must survive two hired killers on their way to finish the job.”
the full reviewCollider
“When we first read this concept on the Blood List, it immediately grabbed our attention. It’s a fun, suspenseful ride that’s going to shock and satisfy audiences worldwide – and we couldn’t be more excited for Megan to bring this to life.”
the full reviewDeadline
„Till Death is the third collaboration between Screen Media and Millennium after last year’s The Outpost, which was a bright spot for theaters and drive-ins during the pandemic last summer when all major chains were closed.“
the full reviewDIRECTOR
James Kermack
PRODUCTION
Featuristic Films
CAST
Moe Dunford, Kate Dickie
Soundtrack
About the project
Starring Moe Dunford (Vikings), Kate Dickie (The Witch) and Camille Rowe (Now Is Everything) in James Kermack’s action thriller.
When a special police task force kick open the doors of elite underground fight den – Club Knuckledust, they find seven levels of hell, filled with the dead bodies of countless fighters, assassins and goons. Only one man, beaten to a pulp, barely breathing, is still alive: Hard Eight. With a shady Government official en route to take him away, Chief Inspector Katherine Keaton and her team have ninety minutes to interrogate Hard Eight to find out if is the lone survivor or a multiple murderer. With lies flying from everyone’s mouths and corruption becoming apparent, Keaton starts to wonder „Who is the real criminal?
Soundtrack
In addition to writing the score for the film Walter was asked to produce songs for two of the main characters. Walter teamed up with actor and singer Christy O’Donnell with whom he produced the song ‚Harmony‘. The second song ‚Time To Fight‘ was a collaboration with Chris Pichler who also performed the rap-vocals for this energetic track, with lyrics written by James Kermack. The song was used for ‚Hard Eight‘ to provide the character with an epic entrance.
The soundtrack is available on all major platforms click here
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Some impressions
“Knuckledust is a smart and gritty film that has the potential to become an iconic reference of the action-thriller genre.“
Sergei Bodrov – Venice Film Festival jury
PRESS
Screenjabber
„A synth heavy soundtrack rounds it out and gives some real depth, which makes it feel like a very different proposition from the average British film about an underground fighting ring“
the full reviewUK FIlm Review
„It is a laser-guided missile of masculine energy focused squarely on the pleasure centre of your brain“
the full reviewNerdly
„Drawing on all the best parts of Richie, Rodriguez or Tarantino… I think James Kermack has done something special here“
the full reviewArtist
Biffy Clyro
Label
Warner Music
PRODUCTION
Amazon Originals
About the project
The chart topping rock band Biffy Clyro have released a special, orchestral version of their song ‚Space‘, available on Amazon Music. The Scottish trio headed back to Abbey Road, where they worked on their most recent Number One album, A Celebration Of Endings, to reimagine the song.
“We’re delighted to bring Space to life in a completely different way with a new orchestral arrangement by Walter Mair and the addition of the choir, especially in such a special setting as Abbey Road.“
Simon Neil in NME magazine
Soundtrack
Music orchestrated/arranged and produced by Walter who also performed the piano and can be seen in the video. With additional orchestration by Matt Hawken and score prep/copying by Tristan Noon. Conductor for all sessions was Matt Dunkley (James Bond: No Time To Die, Black Swan). Music recorded and engineered by Abbey Road’s Paul Pritchard (Bastille, Ed Sheeran, David Bowie) and assisted by Christopher Parker (Woodkid, Goldfrapp, Liam Gallagher).
Some impressions
„Biffy Clyro share grand new version of ‘Space’, featuring a 40-piece orchestra and choir“
Kerrang
PRESS
Kerrang
„Delighted to bring Space to life in a completely different way with a new orchestral arrangement by Walter Mair and the addition of the choir”
the full reviewNME
„Biffy Clyro share grand new version of ‘Space’, featuring a 40-piece orchestra and choir“
the full reviewAbbey Road Magazine
“We’re delighted to bring Space to life in a completely different way with a new orchestral arrangement by Walter Mair and the addition of the choir…“
the full reviewMair’s score uses a ridiculous range of organic and electronic sounds, deriving its unique audio from “tons of vintage and analogue effects”, “modular synths” and, er, seashells.
DIRECTOR
Anthony Wonke
PRODUCTION
Something Originals and Partizan Films
Network
Discovery
Soundtrack
About the project
From Emmy and triple BAFTA-winning director Anthony Wonke, The Man Who Walked Around the World is an exploration of what it takes to become an icon in popular culture. The documentary looks at the rise of Johnnie Walker; from playing a part in some of history’s most notable events, to being immortalised on screen by Hollywood filmmakers, sung about by stars, and celebrated by novelists.
A young Scottish boy starts blending whisky in a grocer’s shop in 1820, little did he know the result would go on to become one of the world’s most recognised brands.
Never heard before stories, archival footage and in-depth conversations give an insight into how sheer determination and a pioneering spirit took whisky from a small town in Scotland, to having a spot reserved in almost every bar around the world.
Some impressions
„To come from nothing and make something of ourselves – that’s iconic in itself“
Cappadonna, Wu-Tang Clan
„You’ve got to think about it as a movement, as a part of culture“
Sir John Hegarty
PRESS
The Sunday Post
„That’s what makes it so powerful – it’s not a history lesson, it’s a story for where we are today and what we need to go forward.“
the full reviewThe Edinburgh Reporter
“This is the story of Johnnie Walker but it’s more than just a story about whisky, it’s about culture and the universal need to be able to look to the future with hope. That’s what makes it so powerful – it’s not a history lesson, it’s a story for where we are today and what we need to go forward.”
the full reviewLBB
„… a brilliant history packed with intrigue and romanticism. Dig deeper and we find it has the potential to be so much more – a story about what makes us human, the things we can achieve and what keeps pushing us forward.“
the full review
Music
About the project
Christy O’Donnell is a singer and actor best known for ‘Find Me In Paris’ and ‘Moon Dogs’. Christy acted and performed in James Kermack’s action thriller ‚Knuckledust‘ and in 2021 Amazon Music added Christy to their prestigious list of artists to watch out for in 2021.
‚The Closer I Get To You‘ was written for an emotional and intricate scene in the movie ‚Knuckledust‘. Walter produced the song and orchestrated/arranged strings which were later recorded live with additional orchestration from Matt Hawken.
A stirring debut from the Glaswegian artist the song is a gentle, heartfelt note to a past lover. Predominantly featuring a delicate acoustic guitar and Christy’s incredibly dynamic, tender vocals, it also features string sections as it moves through captivating chord changes, which seem to mirror Christy’s changing mood throughout the song.
DEVELOPER
TBA
MUSIC BY
Walter Mair
Publisher
TBA
About the project
Apocalypse. Stranded on a remote planet, a group of ‘friends’ get cut off from the outside world. One person gets killed, whom do you trust, whom do you help escape? The game challenges the players’ decisions, which ultimately affect the outcome of this dark adventure.
Walter wrote more than 90 minutes of music which were recorded at Air Studios (‘Interstellar’, ‘Harry Potter’). The soundtrack features additional live instruments that were tweaked with an array of effects and mixed with electronic sounds.
The title is currently in development and scheduled for release in 2022. Updates about the game and the live recording sessions will be uploaded to YouTube and Instagram.
Some Impressions
I wanted the music to capture the beauty of the setting and the complexities of the characters while going deeper into the dark underlying events that take place throughout the entire series.
The first dream sequence is a masterpiece of desire, Walter Mair’s score invading to the point of utter submergence. Michel Dierickx’s camerawork is a treat – quick edits between static shots from early on are replaced here with long, languishing ones, fully accepting the dream nature of the piece.
The film is helped in no small part by Walter Mair’s brilliantly unsettling score and some lively supporting performances from Alan Ford, Haluk Bilginer and Alice Sanders.
Wieden+Kennedy shoots for the stars in grand ‚Ignition‘ Film for Honda brand celebrates ‘daring and human endeavor’.
DIRECTOR
Rafael Lopez
AGENCY
BBH
Production
Stink
About the project
The gap between commercial and feature VFX continues to narrow and the giant-nemesis-threatens-urbanites trend keeps building with this spot from BBH and Stink director Rafael Lopez featuring intensely detailed VFX from MPC (Suicide Squad, Fantastic Beasts, The Martian) including a bespoke shattering software system used to vanquish the monster, and break down his body into rocks. Sound Design and mix by 750mph.
The music features live recorded choir and orchestra blended with electronic sounds for added bass. This came in handy when the mix got converted into surround for a worldwide cinema release.
Some impressions
DIRECTOR
John Turner
AGENCY
BBH
Production
Nice Shirt Films
About the project
Audi ‘Dark Road’ is Richard Martin’s contribution to the horror genre for Audi.
He took an established brand like Audi to hitherto unexplored places which made everyone look at this bold statement piece by Nice Shirt Films.
Music and sound blended into each other. Musical phrases in the style of Bernhard Hermann provided the film with a distinct sound which was then enhanced with electronic instruments to take the viewer on a dark journey, beautifully created by MPC (Suicide Squad, Fantastic Beasts, The Martian).
Some impressions
DIRECTOR
Matt Aselton
AGENCY
TBWA Worldwide
Production
Epoch Films
About the project
Epic commercial for Honda featuring Ayrton Senna.
The music brief asked of Walter to deliver and exploraecontemporary sci-fi music. Pulling together the latest musical sound design techniques mixed with opera and a live recorded organ.
The commercial won countless awards including a Clio Award, NY Festival, Creative Circle and 2 Music + Sound Awards Awards for Sound and Music.
Stunning visual effects and grade were created by The Mill (Les Miserables, Snow White and The Huntsman, The Chronicles of Narnia).
Some impressions
Cast
Sebastian Vettel
AGENCY
Wieden + Kennedy
Production
Infinit
About the project
Infiniti brought the four-times Formula One champ Sebastian Vettel along to get behind the wheel, for this all-too-short video from the Millbrook Proving Ground in the UK.
Infiniti’s high-performance Q50 Eau Rouge concept might be one of the biggest teases in the current automotive world. It was first shown at the Detroit Auto Show as a body without an engine. Then, the sports sedan arrived at the Geneva Motor Show with a modified version of the turbocharged V6 from the GT-R under the hood, tuned to 560 horsepower and 443 pound-feet of torque, and with all-wheel drive. However, it was still just a concept. Finally, the Japanese luxury automaker is showing us what the Eau Rouge can do on the road – briefly.
Some impressions
DIRECTOR
David James
AGENCY
KEKO
Production
Tangerine Films
About the project
Keko London has collaborated with director David James and The Mill to create Bentley’s new brand campaign film.
Stunning visuals and grade were created by The Mill (Les Miserables, Snow White and The Huntsman, The Chronicles of Narnia).
