Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows
Hans Zimmer · 2011
69 min · 21 tracks · video game music · film score
A thrilling orchestral tapestry intertwines suspenseful motifs with vibrant cultural influences, echoing the complexities of Sherlock Holmes.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim and contributed significantly to the film's atmosphere, enhancing its narrative tension and excitement. Zimmer’s innovative use of instrumentation and thematic development garnered him nominations for awards like the World Soundtrack Awards, marking him as a key influencer in modern film scoring.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with varied pacing thrilling suspenseful motifs throughout vibrant cultural influences interwoven
- Context
- In 2011, Hans Zimmer was already an established composer known for his groundbreaking work in film scores. 'Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows' came as a follow-up to the successful original score for the first film in 2009, showcasing his ability to blend traditional orchestration with modern elements. This soundtrack further solidified his position as a leading figure in cinematic music composition.
- 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.
Disc 1
- 1 I See Everything 0:39
- 2 Shadows, Part I: That Is My Curse 1:52
- 3 Shadows, Part II: Tick Tock Standout 8:13
- 4 Shadows, Part III: Chess 7:34
- 5 It's So Overt It's Covert 3:20
- 6 Romanian Wind 1:56
- 7 Did You Kill My Wife? 2:43
- 8 He's All Me Me Me 1:58
- 9 The Mycroft Suite Standout 1:42
- 10 To the Opera! Standout 4:04
- 11 Two Mules for Sister Sara 2:34
- 12 Die Forelle 3:24
- 13 Zu viele Füchse für Euch Hänsel 1:47
- 14 The Red Book 4:01
- 15 Moral Insanity 1:31
- 16 Memories of Sherlock 2:12
- 17 The End? 2:26
- 18 Romani Holiday (Antonius remix) 5:40
Disc 2
- 1 Shush Club No. 3 4:31
- 2 Beautiful Eyes 2:13
- 3 Just Follow My Lead 4:44
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