Big Fish
Danny Elfman · 2003
61 min · 23 tracks · new wave · ska
A whimsical orchestral tapestry woven with playful melodies and poignant themes reflecting life's fleeting moments.
Why this album works
'Big Fish' received critical acclaim for its innovative score, leading to nominations for several awards including a Grammy Award nomination for Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media. The album also contributed to the film's artistic success, enhancing its storytelling and emotional resonance, which solidified Elfman's reputation as a master of film composition.
- Best for
- whimsical orchestral storytelling dynamic journey with climaxes playful melodies for reflection
- Context
- By the time 'Big Fish' was released in 2003, Danny Elfman had already established himself as a prominent film composer following his work on Tim Burton films like 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' (1993). This soundtrack marked a significant moment in his career, showcasing his ability to blend traditional orchestration with contemporary styles while maintaining a narrative depth aligned with the film's magical realism.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Neil Young· Alanis Morissette· Green Day· Weezer· Frank Zappa· Iggy Pop· Yoko Ono· John Mayer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Man of the Hour Standout 3:45
- 2 Dinah 2:17
- 3 Everyday 2:09
- 4 All Shook Up 1:58
- 5 Five O’Clock World 2:10
- 6 Ramblin’ Man 4:57
- 7 Let’s Work Together 3:13
- 8 Pictures 0:45
- 9 Big Fish (Titles) Standout 4:32
- 10 Shoe Stealing 0:54
- 11 Underwater 1:53
- 12 Sandra’s Theme Standout 2:22
- 13 The Growing Montage 2:40
- 14 Leaving Spectre 1:59
- 15 Return to Spectre 2:12
- 16 Rebuilding 1:18
- 17 The Journey Home 2:10
- 18 In the Tub 1:18
- 19 Sandra’s Farewell 1:16
- 20 Finale 11:10
- 21 End Titles 2:41
- 22 Jenny’s Theme 1:45
- 23 Twice the Love (Siamese Twins’ Song) 1:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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