Frida
Elliot Goldenthal · 2002
52 min · 24 tracks · opera
A lush tapestry of orchestral arrangements intertwines with poignant vocal performances to evoke the tumultuous life of Frida Kahlo.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- evocative storytelling through sound
- wave-like pacing with emotional depth
- immersive orchestral arrangements
- short vignettes of reflection
- poignant moments of introspection
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced listening experiences
- seek standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2002, 'Frida' marks Elliot Goldenthal's return to film scoring following his Academy Award win for 'The Tempest' in 1999. This soundtrack further cemented his reputation as a leading composer, known for blending classical and contemporary styles while capturing the emotional depth of cinematic narratives.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Adams· Philip Glass· Steve Reich
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Benediction and Dream 2:31
- 2 The Floating Bed 1:29
- 3 El conejo 2:29
- 4 Paloma negra 3:17
- 5 Self-Portrait With Hair Down 1:09
- 6 Alcoba azul 1:36
- 7 Carabina 30/30 2:43
- 8 Sólo tú 1:22
- 9 El gusto 2:18
- 10 The Journey 2:56
- 11 El antifaz 2:28
- 12 The Suicide of Dorothy Hale 0:48
- 13 La calavera 1:40
- 14 La bruja 1:57
- 15 Portrait of Lupe 2:13
- 16 La Llorona 2:22
- 17 Estrella oscura 1:48
- 18 Still Life 1:31
- 19 Viva la vida 2:16
- 20 The Departure 2:13
- 21 Coyoacán and Variations 2:34
- 22 La Llorona 2:20
- 23 Burning Bed 1:08
- 24 Burn It Blue 5:26
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