In this episode of Byte, director Francis Lawrence takes us behind the sonic curtain of The Long Walk, the haunting adaptation of Stephen King’s dystopian classic. Known for his cinematic collaborations with artists like the Lumineers, Lawrence shares how his long-standing creative rapport with Jeremiah Fraites—co-founder of the band—led to Fraites’ selection as composer for the film. Special thanks to Lionsgate for the audio.

🎙️ Highlights Include

Why Jeremiah Fraites was the perfect fit for this adaptation

The evolution of Lawrence’s musical collaborations, from indie folk to cinematic scoring

How acoustic and electronic elements were balanced to reflect the film’s shifting tone

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