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The soundtrack to the film by Duncan Jones, composed by former Pop Will Eat Itself frontman, Clint Mansell.
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
By T Boz
Format:Audio CD
As the other review stated, the two-note theme of this score is repeated throughout, echoing the two main characters (if you will), almost revolving around each other like a binary star. As with his other great themes, like those of Requiem For a Dream, and The Fountain, the emotional tones stay with you long after the movie ends. Here, Clint manages to make tangible the feeling of desolation and loneliness that pervades throughout the first act of the film. It's almost as if you're inside Sam's head, losing your sanity along with him. I love that this score was done by Mansell almost entirely alone, just him and his piano, as he usually collaborates with the like of Kronos Quartet, or bands like Mogwai. Here, it's just Clint and his keyboard, which reinforces the feeling of isolation, and illustrates the genius this man is capable of. I highly recommend seeking out his other soundtracks, as they are almost all worth owning.
22 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By Rob Caswell
Format:Audio CD
With film scores like "Solaris" and "Requiem for a Dream" in his catalog, Clint Mansell has proven himself to be one of the freshest composing talents in today's cinema. Unlike some scores that serve as slaved shadows to the film's action, punctuating each moment of drama or action, Mansell's work takes a step back and sets a rich, unforgettable stage. His work doesn't get in the way of the actors or plot, but creates an atmosphere that enhances each scene and leaves its mark on the viewer/listener. His ambient approach to his craft makes the work an effective stand-alone listen, as well as solid film accompaniment.
The twin pulse piano note is theme throughout much of the soundtrack. It reminded me a bit of that single note piano cue all through Kubrick's "Eyes Wide Shut", only.... well, not annoying. The notes two notes stuck with me as a signature even after I left the theater.
I'm hoping that Duncan Jones continues this collaboration for his next film. Mansell always brings a unique and powerful game to the table.
The twin pulse piano note is theme throughout much of the soundtrack. It reminded me a bit of that single note piano cue all through Kubrick's "Eyes Wide Shut", only.... well, not annoying. The notes two notes stuck with me as a signature even after I left the theater.
I'm hoping that Duncan Jones continues this collaboration for his next film. Mansell always brings a unique and powerful game to the table.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By bob
Format:Audio CD
It is shortsighted that this album is not available in the US. Definitely would think twice before paying over $30, but the good news is that you can get it for half that by importing it from amazon.co.uk. It's going for about $12 with the current exchange rate. Also, the UK Amazon page says the CD only has nine tracks, when it really has twelve. There's three extra tracks not listed in the product description. Bonus!
The extra tracks are:
10. Sacrifice
11. We're Going Home
12. Welcome To Lunar Industries (Three Year Stretch...)
The extra tracks are:
10. Sacrifice
11. We're Going Home
12. Welcome To Lunar Industries (Three Year Stretch...)
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Austere soundtrack fits the film perfectly
The simple orchestration and minimalist themes help to evoke the film's sense of loneliness. It is quite enjoyable to listen to separately as well.
Published 11 hours ago by rocketman0739
5.0 out of 5 stars
Music from Moon
The cd was a gift for my son and he left it in my car so I could listen to it. Great music for driving any distance.
Published 4 months ago by L. Harsey
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very enjoyable
The movie was a gift, and once I sat down to watch Moon, I really enjoyed. What caught my ear was Mansell' soundtrack. Excellent work that stands alone when listening. Read more
Published 13 months ago by PAL
5.0 out of 5 stars
Haunting.
Clint truly captures a feeling of isolation and vastness in this masterful score. Very impressive use of both acoustic and electronic instruments to convey raw emotion.
Published 14 months ago by THE GORN
5.0 out of 5 stars
An intriguing film, a stunning soundtrack
When I saw Moon, its soundtrack caught me high away. It's quite different with the continues piano playing a few notes.
See the movie to understand its music. Read more
See the movie to understand its music. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Sh_Maurer
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Journey of Pure Mood
Mystery, isolation, danger, tension, nostalgia, heartbreak, determination.
It's hard to find a piece of music that reflects these themes, these feelings, as consistently... Read more
It's hard to find a piece of music that reflects these themes, these feelings, as consistently... Read more
Published on April 4, 2011 by Richard Stoehr
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfectly Haunting Music for a Perfectly Haunting Movie
When I finally saw this soundtrack available on Amazon, I didn't even look at the price until I was checking out my purchases. It didn't matter. Read more
Published on January 10, 2011 by Christy B
4.0 out of 5 stars
Moonlight
An observation about the score: the repeating dissonance tone that recurs throughout the film is an inferred quotation of Beethoven's famous "Moonlight Sonata" with it's recurring... Read more
Published on December 14, 2010 by Kme
3.0 out of 5 stars
Great score, but overpriced
I just watched /Moon/, and I thought the music fit the movie perfectly. The score is deceptively simple, but I think it really helped make the the production work. Read more
Published on September 19, 2010 by Benjamin Scott
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Dark Side of "Moon"
Gripping film. The music fits it perfectly, adding to the jarring, disoriented realization that things and people aren't as they seem.....Highly recommended film score.
Published on June 21, 2010 by Dr. Randall R. Powell
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