Dunkirk
Hans Zimmer · 2017
59 min · 11 tracks · video game music · film score
A dynamic orchestral landscape intertwining tension and hope, reflecting the urgency of war and the resilience of humanity.
Why this album works
'Dunkirk' received widespread acclaim, earning Zimmer an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Score. The soundtrack's innovative use of time signatures and motifs has influenced contemporary film scoring, while the film itself became a cultural touchstone, resonating with audiences worldwide.
- Best for
- wave-like tension and release dynamic orchestral journey experience immersive soundscapes of urgency
- Context
- By the time 'Dunkirk' was released in 2017, Hans Zimmer was a highly regarded composer known for his groundbreaking scores in both film and video games. This album followed his acclaimed work on films like 'Inception' and 'Interstellar', and marked another collaboration with director Christopher Nolan, solidifying their creative partnership.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thomas Anders· Sarah Connor· Die Ärzte· ATB· Kraftwerk· Silbermond· Tokio Hotel· Alphaville
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Mole Standout 5:28
- 2 We Need Our Army Back 6:03
- 3 Shivering Soldier 2:50
- 4 Supermarine Standout 7:58
- 5 The Tide 3:49
- 6 Regimental Brothers 5:01
- 7 Impulse 2:34
- 8 Home Standout 6:00
- 9 The Oil 6:09
- 10 Variation 15 (Dunkirk) 5:51
- 11 End Titles 7:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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