Wanted: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Danny Elfman · 2008
48 min · 15 tracks · new wave
Exhilarating orchestral arrangements intertwine with pulsating rhythms, amplifying the film's tension and excitement.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Little Things Start here — This track introduces the score’s playful yet dark motifs, setting the tone for the film while highlighting Elfman's signature style of blending whimsy with intensity.
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Welcome to the Fraternity — The energetic arrangement captures the excitement and chaos of the protagonist's new world, reflecting the film's themes of transformation and adventure.
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The Train — With its tense build-up and climactic release, this piece encapsulates the film's high-stakes moments, showcasing Elfman's skill in creating suspense through music.
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Revenge — This track employs intense strings and driving percussion to evoke a sense of urgency and emotional depth, mirroring the character's journey of vengeance.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalElfman's score blends orchestral and electronic elements effectively, though it may not stand alone outside its film context.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with driving percussion, while the second half shifts to more subdued and atmospheric pieces.
- The track 'Success Montage' employs rapid tempo changes that mirror the film's narrative tension, enhancing its cinematic quality.
- 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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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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
- dynamic progression with resolution
- wave-like pacing throughout tracks
- eclectic orchestral and blend
- immersive cinematic soundscapes
- engaging background for focused work
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Solid soundtrack that showcases Elfman's style but isn't a standout in his catalog.
- Themes
- cinematic tension· whimsical darkness· adventure chaos
- Career context
- By the time 'Wanted: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack' was released in 2008, Danny Elfman was an established composer renowned for his work on films like 'Batman' and 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'. This soundtrack marked a continuation of his collaboration with director Timur Bekmambetov, showcasing Elfman's ability to blend diverse musical styles to enhance cinematic storytelling.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Oingo Boingo· The B-52's· Devo
Tracklist
- 1 The Little Things Start here 3:26
- 2 Success Montage 3:32
- 3 Fraternity Suite 3:28
- 4 Wesley’s Office Life 5:15
- 5 The Scheme 1:44
- 6 Fox in Control 2:16
- 7 Welcome to the Fraternity 4:28
- 8 Fox’s Story 3:29
- 9 Exterminator Beat 2:52
- 10 Rats 3:28
- 11 The Train 3:59
- 12 Revenge 4:33
- 13 Fox’s Decision 2:29
- 14 Breaking the Code 1:21
- 15 Fate 1:46
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
The Social Network
Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross
Shares cinematic tension with intricate electronic layers enhancing its narrative drive.
Inception
Hans Zimmer
Combines orchestral arrangements with pulsating rhythms, invoking a sense of adventure and chaos.
Requiem for a Dream
Clint Mansell
Explores dark themes through lush orchestration, creating an intense emotional atmosphere.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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