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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Favorite First-Time Watches of September 2026 (alphabetized): THE COLOR OF MONEY (1986) A FEW GOOD MEN (1992) PEPPERMINT CANDY (1999) RED ROOMS (2024)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Favorite First-Time Watches of August 2026 (alphabetized): 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AND 2 DAYS (2007) BEYOND THE HILLS (2013) THE MORTAL STORM (1940) REN FAIRE (2024) SOME KIND OF HEAVEN (2021) SPERMWORLD (2024)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

My score for FOLLOW is now streaming everywhere! Listen to it on your streaming service of choice or download it for free on Bandcamp (links in the replies)! Enjoy and thanks for listening! 🦊🐶

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Hey, all! It’s been a little while since I’ve shared any new music, but rest assured, I’ve been working on tons of projects! One of them just dropped this weekend: a Russian-themed animated short called FOLLOW! youtu.be/06aJbdhdnbM?...

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[Follow.]

YouTube video by Alextrosity

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Absolutely adored THE RIVALS OF AMZIAH KING. Euphoric at its best, soundtrack of the year. I hope Andrew Patterson makes many, many more movies. See it knowing as little as possible!

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Absolutely adored THE END OF OAK STREET. I was literally beaming leaving the theater. Utterly delightful. For those of us who have become disillusioned by the dearth of good dinos-chomping-people-up movies as of late, this is a balm for the soul. I am still on such a high from seeing it!

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Favorite First-Time Watches of July 2026 (alphabetized): JUNEBUG (2005) THE LOST WEEKEND (1945) MONSTER (2023) MULHOLLAND DRIVE (2001) THE RETURN (2004)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Favorite First-Time Watches of June 2026 (alphabetized): MARIE ANTOINETTE (2006) THE STRAIGHT STORY (1999)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Since everyone else is doing it, here are my favorites from Spielberg (possibly my all-time favorite director).

From favorite to 16th favorite: ET, AI, Catch Me If You Can, Jurassic Park, Raiders, Schindler’s List, Bridge of Spies, Close Encounters, The Fabelmans, Jaws, West Side Story, Last Crusade, Lincoln, Tintin, Minority Report, Saving Private Ryan

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Favorite First-Time Watches of May 2026 (alphabetized): CRIMEWAVE (1986) CURSE OF THE GOLDEN FLOWER (2006) FEARLESS (1993) GREEN CARD (1990) LOST HIGHWAY (1997) THE MOSQUITO COAST (1986) NOBODY KNOWS (2005) STILL WALKING (2009)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

If it’s playing near you, don’t miss BLUE HERON. I hesitate to overhype a movie this gentle, but it totally obliterated me and I can’t stop rolling it around in my head. Beautiful, beautiful film. I was a wreck!

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Favorite First-Time Watches of April 2026 (alphabetized): BLOODY NOSE, EMPTY POCKETS (2020) THE FOREST FOR THE TREES (2005) GALLIPOLI (1981) HIGH LIFE (2019) RACHEL GETTING MARRIED (2008) SHALL WE DANCE? (1997) TWO DAYS, ONE NIGHT (2014) THE WAILING (2016)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

In lieu of my usual monthly round-up of favorite new-to-me viewings (which would be an incredibly short list for March; I watched a lot, but didn’t love much), I will share (for the last time, I promise) my write-up on my favorite films from 2025. Lotta great stuff out this past year!

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My 25 Favorite Films of 2025

An animated sci-fi musical, a psychological drama about mean kids, and one of the best sports movies I've ever seen: here are the films from 2025 that I think you should check out!

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

It's Oscar weekend (cheers to those of you who celebrate), which means I'm finally caught up on last year's movies and am sharing my Top 25 of 2025! I'm trying Substack out as a host for my (now annual!) write-up on my faves of the year. I went long on this, so settle in or save it for later! 🎬

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My 25 Favorite Films of 2025

An animated sci-fi musical, a psychological drama about mean kids, and one of the best sports movies I've ever seen: here are the films from 2025 that I think you should check out!

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

Favorite First-Time Watches of February 2026 (alphabetized): CLOUD ATLAS (2012) MINDING THE GAP (2018)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Favorite First-Time Watches of January 2026 (alphabetized): FACE/OFF (1997) IN THE BEDROOM (2001) LADY VENGEANCE (2006)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Damn, this one hurts. One of the funniest people of all-time. Pretty much always the best thing about whatever project she was a part of.

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

Happy New Year, all! As is tradition, here is my annual list of every movie I watched this year, plus some scattered thoughts… 🧵

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

Favorite First-Time Watches of December 2025 (alphabetized): ACE IN THE HOLE (1951) BACURAU (2020) BLACK CHRISTMAS (1974) GHOST DOG: THE WAY OF THE SAMURAI (2000)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Thank you to everyone who listened to my music this year! 2025 was my biggest year for streaming ever, so if you were a part of that, I am so grateful to you! It means the world to me that people are out there listening and enjoying the work that I do. Here’s to lots more in 2026! 🎶🫶

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

Favorite First-Time Watches of November 2025 (alphabetized): IMAGES (1972) RATCATCHER (2000) WILD AT HEART (1990)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

This will be an insta-buy for me! One of the best movies of the 2020s so far, and I’ve been anxious for a physical release. So excited!

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

Favorite First-Time Watches of October 2025 (alphabetized): THE EVIL DEAD (1981) EVIL DEAD II (1987) POINT BREAK (1991) SAVE THE GREEN PLANET! (2003) SUSPIRIA (1977) THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE (1974) THE WHITE BALLOON (1996)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Favorite First-Time Watches of September 2025 (alphabetized): A BIGGER SPLASH (2016) JEWEL ROBBERY (1932) OSLO, AUGUST 31st (2012) SORCERER (1977) STRANGER THAN PARADISE (1984) SYMPATHY FOR MR. VENGEANCE (2002) UNDER THE SILVER LAKE (2019)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

I WANT TO HAVE A GOOD MEAL is now live on YouTube! @kayleeinthepark.bsky.social made a beautiful film and I’m so proud to have gotten to write the music for it. If you feel an emotional connection to food the way that I do, this will brighten your day! youtu.be/szJ-rATP-qE?...

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I Want to Have a Good Meal | SVA Thesis 2024

YouTube video by Kayleeinthepark

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

A truly lovely short film I scored last year arrives on YouTube tomorrow! Check out the trailer below (music by me, of course!) and stay tuned for the full film. Really proud of this one!

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

Favorite First-Time Watches of August 2025 (alphabetized): 25TH HOUR (2002) CASINO (1995) COME AND SEE (1985) THE MISFITS (1961)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

New reel! This represents just a few of the wonderful projects I’ve had the opportunity to write music for over the years. You’ll hear and see my work in animation, action, comedy, drama, and much more! And if you like what you hear, reach out! Let’s work together! youtu.be/6sEJtQixM28?...

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Joshua David Mitchell | Film and Media Composer | 2025 Reel

YouTube video by Joshua David Mitchell

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Favorite First-Time Watches of July 2025 (alphabetized): THE BEGUILED (1971) FUNNY PAGES (2022) GHOST TROPIC (2020) MIDSOMMAR (2019) SLEUTH (1972) TO LIVE AND DIE IN L.A. (1985)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

Favorite First-Time Watches of June 2025 (alphabetized): BLUE VELVET (1986) FRENZY (1972) A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH (1946) PLEASE GIVE (2010) ROBOCOP (1987) TRAINSPOTTING (1996)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

Everyone else is doing it, so here’s ten of my favorite films from this century so far (and this list might look very different if I did this again tomorrow).

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

My favorite of the year so far! A total delight, and stunningly crafted (of course). The fact that this is handily in the bottom third of Wes’ filmography for me is just a testament to the excellence of his overall body of work.

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

Finished my semi-annual Wes Anderson rewatch (ahead of seeing THE PHOENICIAN SCHEME this week!). My very correct rankings on the (wonderful) films of one of my very favorite filmmakers:

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

Favorite First-Time Watches of May 2025 (alphabetized): 5 CENTIMETERS PER SECOND (2007) BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA (1986) I AM LOVE (2010)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

I’ve released a lot of new music the last couple months; here’s the last one for a little while! I had a wonderful time writing the music for the animated short film, GUARDIAN. There’s some action music and percussion writing in the score that I’m particularly proud of.

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

First time ever getting one of these to fill out! I guess Corvallis, Oregon is a major film market now????

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

The soundtrack for MAGIC LEAK is now streaming everywhere! Working on this score was truly a treat and I hope you’ll enjoy listening to it as much as I did writing it.

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

Surprised and honored to be awarded! Many thanks to BFG and of course to @sillypenta.bsky.social for bringing me onboard to score his short film. I’m so proud to have been involved. youtu.be/Zvza592S48s?...

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The ‘misadventures of the LEGO Minions party-bus' stop motion short

YouTube video by LEGO

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

I got to write the music for this crazy animated short film by @doodlebai.bsky.social and it was truly some of the most fun I’ve ever had working on anything! Check it out now and stay tuned for an OST release! 💛

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

I had the honor of scoring the trailer for KinoFilm's 20th international short film festival in Manchester! To celebrate twenty years of independent film, I wrote a triumphant anthemic piece with big brass, drums, and insistent mixed meters. youtu.be/fWOl3sRFkK0?...

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Kinofilm Festival 2025 Trailer.

YouTube video by Kinofilm Festival Manchester

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Favorite First-Time Watches of April 2025 (alphabetized): 45 YEARS (2015) 48 HRS. (1982) THE ASSASSIN (2015) THE BAND WAGON (1953) THE COLOR WHEEL (2012) DO THE RIGHT THING (1989) A SEPARATION (2011) UNSTOPPABLE (2010) THE WOMEN (1939)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

New soundtrack out today! Last year, I got to score Aaron Sams' wistfully whimsical animated short, LACRIMOSA, to which I took a unique approachach. He cited Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band as a visual influence on the film, so I decided to let that imprint extend into the music as well.

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

Great news for us Joan Cusack fans! Kinda sad that this is her first non-Netflix movie since…the previous TOY STORY sequel. We are wasting one of our finest comic actors!

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Last year, I had the pleasure of writing music for @hodgepodgeaudio.bsky.social’s narrative podcast, HYMNS FOR THE ROAD. Today, the soundtrack is out and streaming everywhere! It’s been heartening to see the listener response to the show and I’m excited that fans will now be able to spin the music!

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Favorite First-Time Watches of March 2025 (alphabetized): BERGMAN ISLAND (2021) CLOSER (2004) DEATHTRAP (1982) DOGVILLE (2004) GUESS WHO’S COMING TO DINNER (1967) NOCTURAMA (2017) TOTAL RECALL (1990) THE WIZ (1978)

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Joshua David Mitchell @jdm-score.bsky.social · 30/03/2025

Very normal and chill movies I’m watching in 2025 the year of our lord and savior

I’ve watched three individually demented films this year (Joker 2, Aloha, and Wild Mountain Thyme) and I will kill again

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