Syriana
Alexandre Desplat · 2005
45 min · 17 tracks
A tense, atmospheric score intertwining haunting melodies with urgent rhythmic pulses, reflecting the film's geopolitical themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Syriana — The titular track sets the tone for the entire soundtrack with its haunting melody and sense of urgency, encapsulating the film's complex narrative.
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Driving in Geneva — This piece combines smooth orchestral elements with a driving rhythm, mirroring the film's themes of movement and tension in a globalized world.
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The Abduction — With its unsettling dissonance and escalating intensity, this track effectively conveys the film's dramatic moments and emotional stakes.
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Electricity — This track blends electronic elements with orchestral sounds, showcasing Desplat's innovative approach to scoring that reflects modern anxieties.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe score effectively combines orchestral and electronic elements, creating a unique soundscape that reflects its themes.
What we noticed
- Several tracks utilize minimalist motifs, repeating phrases that build in intensity, reflecting the film's themes of urgency and conflict.
- The last three tracks gradually reduce in tempo and complexity, allowing for a reflective conclusion to the score.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with varied intensity
- haunting motifs for reflective moments
- evokes political tension and unease
- brief tracks for focused listening
- immersive experience in order
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat or energetic tracks
- prefer standalone radio-friendly singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2005, Alexandre Desplat was on the cusp of international recognition following his early work in French cinema. The release of 'Syriana' marked his first major Hollywood project, showcasing his ability to blend intricate orchestration with contemporary soundscapes, paving the way for future collaborations in mainstream films.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hans Zimmer· John Williams· Thomas Newman
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Syriana 2:28
- 2 Driving in Geneva 2:45
- 3 Fields of Oil 2:10
- 4 The Commute 4:22
- 5 Beirut Taxi 3:46
- 6 Something Really Cool 1:38
- 7 Syriana (piano Solo) 3:18
- 8 I'll Walk Around 2:37
- 9 Access Denied 2:51
- 10 Electricity 3:59
- 11 Falcons 0:57
- 12 The Abduction 4:17
- 13 Tortured 2:17
- 14 Take the Target Out 1:23
- 15 Truce 1:42
- 16 Mirage 1:39
- 17 Fathers and Sons 3:38
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