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32 Sounds is an immersive documentary-style live cinema project created by filmmaker Sam Green, with original music by JD Samson, known for her work with Le Tigre and MEN. The project premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2022 and has since toured globally in multiple formats, including theatrical screenings, headphone-based experiences, and live narration. The collaboration has drawn widespread critical attention, with press noting its Oscar-shortlisted status among immersive documentaries and screenings at venues like SFFILM Castro, MASS MoCA, and ICA Boston. In 2024, JD Samson earned a Cinema Eye Honors for Best Original Score for 32 Sounds, underscoring the show's strong musical backbone. For 2025, JD Samson is performing with 32 Sounds in select venues across the United States, bringing the project to audiences in Iowa City, Brooklyn, and New York City. Secure your seats early for these intimate, story-driven performances that blend documentary storytelling with experimental soundscapes.