Soundtracks Ahead of their Time

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Soundtracks Ahead of Their Time

For our Free Youth Screening for November, our Youth Board have chosen the iconic coming-of-age comedy Juno. This film's unforgettable soundtrack— packed with indie, rock, and indie-folk hits from artists like Belle and Sebastian, The Velvet Underground, and Sonic Youth — inspired us to put together a list of films with standout soundtracks featuring contemporary artists.

Check out these films where music isn’t just a backdrop—it’s an essential part of the story:

1. Jennifer’s Body (2009)

Directed by Richard Kelly

Featuring artists - Florence & the Machine, Hayley Williams, and Panic! At The Disco.

2. The Bling Ring (2013)

Directed by Sofia Coppola

Featuring artists - M.I.A, Frank Ocean, and Rihanna.

3. Cruel Intentions (1999)

Directed by Roger Kumble

Featuring artists - The Verve, Blur, and Faithless.

4. Twilight (2008)

Directed by Catherine Hardwicke

Featuring artists – Muse, Paramore, and Linkin Park.

5. Clueless (1995)

Directed by Amy Heckerling

Featuring artists - Beastie Boys, Julie Sobule, and Coolio.

6. Twisters (2024)

Directed by Lee Isaac Chung

Featuring artists - Luke Combs, Miranda Lambert, and Jelly Roll.

7. Garden State (2004)

Directed by Zach Braff

Featuring artists – Coldplay, The Shins, and Simon & Garfunkel.

8. Romeo + Juliet (1996)

Directed by Baz Luhrmann

Featuring artists – The Cardigans, Radiohead, and Kym Mazelle.

9. Lost in Translation (2003)

Directed by Sofia Coppola

Featuring artists – The Jesus and Mary Chain, Death in Vegas, and Phoenix.

10. Baby Driver (2017)

Directed by Edgar Wright

Featuring artists – Queen, Beach Boys, and Young MC.

Our free BFI Film Academy Recommends Youth screenings are delivered by GFT and Eden Court. Supported by the National Lottery.

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