Cookie‘s Fortune

Cookie's Fortune, the 1999 comedy-drama directed by Robert Altman, features a whimsical and Southern-inflected score composed by David A. Stewart. The music captures the lighthearted, often eccentric spirit of the film’s Holly Springs setting, utilizing a blend of acoustic textures and melodic motifs that mirror the complex, character-driven narrative typical of Altman's later work. Stewart, known for his prolific career as a musician and producer, stepped away from his usual rock sensibilities to provide a soundtrack that emphasizes the film's gentle irony and small-town charm.

This 2025 release by Moonstone Entertainment, catalog number MOVATM364, serves as a modern archival presentation of Stewart’s score. The production was curated for collectors looking to revisit the atmospheric resonance of the film, which remains a cult favorite among fans of independent cinema. By pressing the score to vinyl, the label aimed to provide a tactile listening experience that honors the deliberate pacing and warmth of the original composition, ensuring its availability for a new generation of film score enthusiasts.