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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • haunting soundscapes for reflection
  • dynamic progression with resolution
  • immersive experience for film fans
  • wave-like pacing with tension

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat, energetic tracks
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career 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 Adams· Philip Glass· Steve Reich

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Agnus Dei 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 2:43
  • 7 The First Attack 4:19
  • 8 Lullaby Elegy 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