Jung Jae-il on Balancing Horror, Hope, and Humanity in ‘Squid Game’ Season 2

From the opening chords of "Pink Soldiers" to the haunting fusion of baroque classical music and violent imagery, Jung’s compositions became synonymous with "Squid Game." Jung spoke with Awards Focus about his musical approach to "Squid Game" Season 2, how he reworked iconic motifs for a darker emotional journey, and why imperfection remains a powerful tool in his sonic palette.

From Studio to String Quartet: Finneas Reinvents His Sound for ‘Disclaimer’

Known primarily for his chart-topping collaborations with his sister Billie Eilish, Finneas enters new territory here as the sole composer for a full television season. Finneas spoke to "Awards Focus" about his collaboration with Alfonso Cuarón, the creative freedom and challenges of scoring "Disclaimer," and how the experience has already influenced his latest musical work.