Alien³ – Music From The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Elliot Goldenthal · 1992
50 min · 14 tracks · opera
A haunting orchestral landscape intertwines dissonance and ethereal melodies, evoking the film's dark atmosphere.
Why this album works
The soundtrack received notable recognition for its innovative use of orchestration and complex themes, contributing significantly to the film's overall tone. It showcased Goldenthal's ability to blend operatic elements with cinematic scoring, influencing future soundtracks in the sci-fi genre and earning a nomination for a Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Arrangement Accompanying Vocal(s).
- Best for
- haunting soundscapes for reflection dynamic progression with resolution immersive experience for film fans
- Context
- When Elliot Goldenthal released 'Alien³' in 1992, he was transitioning from his earlier works into more ambitious film scores. This soundtrack followed his acclaimed score for 'Batman Forever' and marked a significant moment in his career as he began to establish himself as a prominent composer in Hollywood.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Corigliano· George Frideric Handel· Jean Sibelius
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Agnus Dei Standout 4:29
- 2 Bait and Chase 4:42
- 3 The Beast Within 3:09
- 4 Lento 5:48
- 5 Candles in the Wind 3:20
- 6 Wreckage and Rape Standout 2:43
- 7 The First Attack 4:19
- 8 Lullaby Elegy Standout 3:41
- 9 Death Dance 2:18
- 10 Visit to the Wreckage 2:04
- 11 Explosion and Aftermath 2:20
- 12 The Dragon 3:08
- 13 The Entrapment 3:42
- 14 Adagio 4:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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