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Captain Marvel – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

Pınar Toprak · 2019

67 min · 23 tracks · electronic · film score · ambient jazz

A dynamic blend of orchestral swells and electronic textures that evoke both heroism and introspection.

Why this album works

This soundtrack notably became the first female-composed score for a Marvel Cinematic Universe film, earning recognition in a space where women composers are often underrepresented. It received critical acclaim for its empowering themes and was praised for enhancing the film's narrative through its music.
Best for
dynamic orchestral swells throughout heroic themes for motivation wave-like pacing with peaks
Context
The release of 'Captain Marvel – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack' marked Pınar Toprak's first major Hollywood film score, following her work on smaller projects in Turkey. This album solidified her position as a groundbreaking composer in a predominantly male industry, showcasing her unique ability to blend traditional orchestration with modern electronic elements.
Stylistic neighbors
Bear McCreary· Joseph Trapanese· Vangelis

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Captain Marvel 2:15
  • 2 Waking Up 1:28
  • 3 Boarding the Train 1:30
  • 4 Why Do You Fight? 1:14
  • 5 Let’s Bring Him Home 1:39
  • 6 Entering Enemy Territory Standout 3:33
  • 7 Breaking Free Standout 5:24
  • 8 Hot Pursuit 4:34
  • 9 Lost the Target 2:10
  • 10 Lifting Fingerprints 1:31
  • 11 Finding the Records 5:20
  • 12 Escaping the Basement 4:23
  • 13 Photos of Us 1:56
  • 14 Learning the Truth 3:16
  • 15 New Clothes 1:04
  • 16 Space Turbulence 2:58
  • 17 High Score 2:35
  • 18 Interrupting Something? 1:30
  • 19 Trapped 3:19
  • 20 I’m All Fired Up 3:20
  • 21 More Problems 8:15
  • 22 You Could Use a Jump 1:45
  • 23 This Isn’t Goodbye 2:29

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