Gladiator (Music from the Motion Picture)
Hans Zimmer · 2000
55 min · 18 tracks · video game music · film score
Epic orchestral swells intertwine with haunting melodies, evoking the grandeur and tragedy of ancient Rome.
Why this album works
'Gladiator' won the Academy Award for Best Original Score and received widespread acclaim, topping various soundtrack charts. Its influence has permeated popular culture, often cited as a pivotal work that revitalized interest in orchestral film scores during the early 2000s.
- Best for
- dynamic narrative progression throughout epic swells for emotional moments haunting melodies for reflection
- Context
- By the time 'Gladiator' was released in 2000, Hans Zimmer had already established himself as a leading composer in film music, well-known for scores like 'The Lion King'. This album marked a significant moment in his career, showcasing his ability to blend traditional orchestration with innovative sound design, further solidifying his reputation as a cinematic storyteller.
- 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 Duduk of the North 5:33
- 2 Now We Are Free (Juba’s mix) Standout 4:47
- 3 The Protector of Rome 1:25
- 4 Homecoming 3:35
- 5 The General Who Became a Slave 3:03
- 6 The Slave Who Became a Gladiator Standout 6:11
- 7 Secrets 1:59
- 8 Rome Is the Light 2:43
- 9 All That Remains 0:54
- 10 Maximus 1:09
- 11 Marrakesh Marketplace 0:42
- 12 The Gladiator Waltz Standout 8:25
- 13 Figurines 1:01
- 14 The Mob 2:22
- 15 Busy Little Bee 3:47
- 16 Death Smiles at Us All 2:29
- 17 Not Yet 1:32
- 18 Now We Are Free (Maximus mix) 3:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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