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Star Trek: Nemesis

Jerry Goldsmith · 2002

48 min · 14 tracks · classical ยท contemporary classical music

Orchestral grandeur intertwines with melancholic motifs, embodying both adventure and introspection in a sci-fi landscape.

Star Trek: Nemesis is an album by Jerry Goldsmith, released in 2002. Orchestral grandeur intertwines with melancholic motifs, embodying both adventure and introspection in a sci-fi landscape. The soundtrack received positive reviews for its ability to enhance the film's emotional depth, contributing to Goldsmith's legacy within film scoring. It peaked at number 22 on the Billboard Soundtracks chart and is noted for its thematic complexity, influencing how subsequent sci-fi films approached orchestral scoring. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Star Trek: Nemesis sound like?

Orchestral grandeur intertwines with melancholic motifs, embodying both adventure and introspection in a sci-fi landscape. Rooted in classical and contemporary classical music.

What makes Star Trek: Nemesis by Jerry Goldsmith notable?

The soundtrack received positive reviews for its ability to enhance the film's emotional depth, contributing to Goldsmith's legacy within film scoring. It peaked at number 22 on the Billboard Soundtracks chart and is noted for its thematic complexity, influencing how subsequent sci-fi films approached orchestral scoring. When 'Star Trek: Nemesis' was released in 2002, Jerry Goldsmith was already an established composer known for his work on the previous Star Trek films. This album marked his return to the franchise after a decade, showcasing his mature orchestration style at a time when he was transitioning into more experimental soundscapes. It was part of his prolific late career period, following his Oscar-winning score for 'The Omen' and numerous other acclaimed projects.

How many songs are on Star Trek: Nemesis?

Star Trek: Nemesis has 14 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Tracklist

14 tracks·48:31

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Remus 1:57
  • 2 The Box 2:21
  • 3 My Right Arm 1:04
  • 4 Odds and Ends 4:39
  • 5 Repairs Standout 6:27
  • 6 The Knife 3:10
  • 7 Ideals 2:16
  • 8 The Mirror 5:23
  • 9 The Scorpion 2:24
  • 10 Lateral Run 3:55
  • 11 Engage 2:13
  • 12 Final Flight Standout 3:49
  • 13 A New Friend 2:38
  • 14 A New Ending Standout 6:08

Release Date

January 1, 2002

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

48 min 31 sec