In the modern cinematic landscape of 2026, a film’s soundtrack is often the first “trailer” an audience hears. For Romancing Sydney, the independent feature from director Anmol Mishra, the music isn’t just background noise—it’s the pulse that drives its six interconnected narratives.
The film’s unique aesthetic relies on a deep, rhythmic collaboration between the choreographer and the composer to translate unspoken emotions into a “visual love letter” to the harbor city.
Sonic Flights of Fancy: The Standout Tracks
The soundtrack acts as a bridge between the film’s grounded drama and its experimental, fantasy-like dance routines. Key tracks that define the film’s atmosphere include:
- “Your Love Is Too Good” by Bridget Barkan: A slick, soul-infused R&B track featuring seductive female vocals and a groovy saxophone. Barkan, a native New Yorker and Scissor Sisters collaborator, provides the raw, steamy energy needed for the film’s more passionate and intimate character moments.
- “Con Mi Guaganco” by Ray Armando: This instrumental Latin piece brings a vibrant, rhythmic intensity to the screen. Its high-energy percussion serves as the perfect backdrop for the film’s complex salsa and ballroom sequences, anchoring the “universal rhythm” Mishra sought to capture.
- “Fairytale Waltz” by Kevin MacLeod: Used prominently in the film’s trailer, this ethereal piece sets a mysterious and calming tone. Its delicate arrangement provides the “theatrical” ambiance that guides viewers through the film’s more whimsical “flights of fancy.”
A Score Composed to Movement
While many films select music to fit a scene, Romancing Sydney took a more organic approach. The intricate contemporary dance sequence—choreographed by Connor Dowling, a former member of the Sydney Dance Company—were filmed first. The background score was then meticulously composed or selected to match the specific movements and emotional beats captured on screen.
This reversal of the traditional process ensures that every flourish of the dancers—including sequences featuring Mishra himself—is perfectly mirrored by the melodic swells of the soundtrack.
Experience the Vision
For “culture vultures” who find their next favorite film through their ears, Romancing Sydney offers a sophisticated auditory journey that is now accessible to a global audience on all major VOD platforms in 2026: Amazon, Apple TV, and Google Play.
