Alex G and the Blue Nile’s Paul Buchanan to Score Jane Schoenbrun Film
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by Alex SuskindFebruary 13, 2026
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Alex G and Blue Nile’s Paul Buchanan have joined forces once again to create an original score for Jane Schoenbrun's latest film, *Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma*, which premieres on August 7. This marks their third collaboration, following Alex G’s contributions to *We’re All Going to the World’s Fair* and *I Saw the TV Glow*. Buchanan, known for his work with Blue Nile and a sparse output since his 2012 solo album *Mid Air*, brings a fresh perspective to the project. The film, starring Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson, delves into a darkly nostalgic narrative about a young director confronting a slasher franchise, leading her into a chilling world of desire and fear.
Jane Schoenbrun’s latest work is described as an “insane yet cozy midnight odyssey,” blending horror with elements of nostalgia. The film follows a young director tasked with handling the next chapter of a fictional slasher franchise. When she meets the star of the original movie, the story descends into a blood-soaked exploration of desire and delirium. Schoenbrun’s vision aims to capture the essence of beloved sleepover classics, offering a unique blend of horror and intrigue.
The collaboration between Alex G and Schoenbrun highlights their shared creative ethos, blending experimental music with
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Originally published on Pitchfork on 2/13/2026