Stephen King's Pet Sematary – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Elliot Goldenthal · 1989
31 min · 22 tracks · opera
A haunting blend of orchestral tension and eerie motifs that echo the film's themes of loss and resurrection.
Why this album works
The 'Pet Sematary' soundtrack is notable for its innovative orchestration, helping to define the sound of horror films in the late 1980s. It has been influential in shaping how soundtracks can enhance cinematic storytelling, particularly in the horror genre, setting a precedent for future scores.
- Best for
- haunting orchestral tension throughout brief but impactful sonic vignettes immersive thematic listening experience
- Context
- When Elliot Goldenthal composed the score for 'Pet Sematary,' he was an emerging talent in film music. This soundtrack followed his work on 'Alien 3' (1992) and would later contribute to his growing reputation, leading to an Academy Award win for 'Frida' in 2003.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Corigliano· George Frideric Handel· Jean Sibelius
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Pet Sematary Standout 3:01
- 2 Dead Recollection 1:19
- 3 Hope and Ordeal 1:23
- 4 Adieu Gage 1:22
- 5 Rachel Against Time 0:50
- 6 The Return Game 3:43
- 7 Moving Day Waltz 0:31
- 8 The Warning Tour 1:41
- 9 Death Do Us Part Standout 0:54
- 10 Nine Lives Minus Seven 0:14
- 11 Up in Flames 1:38
- 12 Bitter Loss 1:51
- 13 Rachel's Dirty Secret 0:23
- 14 Return Game Attack 1:54
- 15 Rachel's Blow out 0:21
- 16 I Brought You Something Mommie 0:34
- 17 The Return Game II 2:53
- 18 Gentle Exhuming Standout 1:03
- 19 To the Micmac Grounds 2:45
- 20 Chorale 0:30
- 21 Kite and Truck 1:22
- 22 Immolation 1:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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