Interstellar: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Hans Zimmer · 2014
71 min · 16 tracks · video game music
A sweeping orchestral landscape merges with minimalist motifs, evoking the vastness of space and the depths of human emotion.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dreaming of the Crash Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Cornfield Chase — This track encapsulates the film's themes of nostalgia and hope, featuring an ethereal piano melody that resonates throughout the narrative.
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S.T.A.Y. — A poignant moment in the score, this piece combines aching strings and a haunting piano motif that underscores the emotional weight of separation and sacrifice.
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The Wormhole — Characterized by its pulsating rhythms and ethereal textures, this track effectively represents the film's exploration of space-time, blending tension with wonder.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe soundtrack's innovative orchestration and thematic development create a compelling auditory experience.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of organ tones that create a sense of vastness, particularly in tracks like 'The Wormhole' and 'Mountains'.
- Many tracks build gradually, layering strings and synths to develop tension before resolving into more serene passages.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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9/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- ethereal soundscapes for contemplation
- dynamic peaks and valleys experience
- immersive journeys through sound
- for reflective solitude
- cinematic atmosphere for focus
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat, fast-paced tracks
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Innovative score that received acclaim and influenced film music, showcasing Zimmer's artistry.
- Themes
- vast cosmic journey· emotional sacrifice· nostalgic longing
- Career context
- By 2014, Hans Zimmer was a well-established composer known for his innovative film scores, including 'Inception' and 'The Dark Knight'. 'Interstellar' marked a collaboration with director Christopher Nolan that emphasized Zimmer's ability to blend orchestral and electronic elements, further solidifying his reputation in cinematic music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Williams· Ennio Morricone· Howard Shore
Tracklist
- 1 Dreaming of the Crash Start here 3:55
- 2 Cornfield Chase 2:06
- 3 Dust 5:41
- 4 Day One 3:19
- 5 Stay 6:52
- 6 Message From Home 1:40
- 7 The Wormhole 1:30
- 8 Mountains 3:39
- 9 Afraid of Time 2:32
- 10 A Place Among the Stars 3:27
- 11 Running Out 1:57
- 12 I'm Going Home 5:48
- 13 Coward 8:26
- 14 Detach 6:42
- 15 S.T.A.Y. 6:23
- 16 Where We're Going 7:41
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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