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Spider-Man: Original Motion Picture Score

Danny Elfman · 2002

45 min · 15 tracks · new wave · ska

Dramatic orchestral swells interlace with playful motifs, embodying the essence of a superhero's journey.

Spider-Man: Original Motion Picture Score is an album by Danny Elfman, released in 2002. Dramatic orchestral swells interlace with playful motifs, embodying the essence of a superhero's journey. The score for 'Spider-Man' received critical acclaim, highlighting Elfman's signature style and contributing to the film's overall impact. It reached #34 on the Billboard 200 chart and won the International Film Music Critics Award for Best Score, solidifying Elfman's reputation in the film scoring industry. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Spider-Man: Original Motion Picture Score sound like?

Dramatic orchestral swells interlace with playful motifs, embodying the essence of a superhero's journey. Rooted in new wave and ska.

What makes Spider-Man: Original Motion Picture Score by Danny Elfman notable?

The score for 'Spider-Man' received critical acclaim, highlighting Elfman's signature style and contributing to the film's overall impact. It reached #34 on the Billboard 200 chart and won the International Film Music Critics Award for Best Score, solidifying Elfman's reputation in the film scoring industry. In 2002, Danny Elfman was already an established film composer known for his work on Tim Burton's films. Released shortly after the success of 'Planet of the Apes' in 2001, the 'Spider-Man' score marked a pivotal moment in his career, showcasing his ability to blend whimsical and dramatic themes tailored for blockbuster superhero narratives.

How many songs are on Spider-Man: Original Motion Picture Score?

Spider-Man: Original Motion Picture Score has 15 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·45:00

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Main Title Standout 3:30
  • 2 Transformations Standout 3:31
  • 3 Costume Montage 1:19
  • 4 Revenge 6:13
  • 5 First Web 0:56
  • 6 Something’s Different 1:17
  • 7 City Montage 1:50
  • 8 Alone 1:37
  • 9 Parade Attack 3:54
  • 10 Specter of the Goblin 3:47
  • 11 Revelation 2:32
  • 12 Getting Through 2:05
  • 13 Final Confrontation Standout 7:19
  • 14 Farewell 3:11
  • 15 End Credits 1:54

Release Date

January 1, 2002

Genre

new wave, ska

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

45 min 0 sec