Jon Brion - ThemeAlbum: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind [2004]
one of the greatest films of the 2000's, eternal sunshine of the spotless mind balances love and mental and emotional chaos skillfully and is coupled with this enchanting, memorable theme song. it's soundtrack is nearly as deft, mixing jon brion's score and some well-chosen pop songs. throughout the '90s, jon brion found himself increasingly in demand in the studio, producing and collaborating on albums by aimee mann, fiona apple, rufus wainwright, david byrne, and the eels and soundtracks including punch-drunk love and the grammy-nominated magnolia. his work on "theme" isn't as immediately attention-getting as some of his other scores, but it's just as evocative of love and memories, with warm pianos, strings, and guitars giving the music a worn-in feeling that is both nostalgic and timeless. ultimately, it's bittersweetly humdrum, and a gentle, whimsical piece of art. indeed, the movie is so visually and emotionally involved that during some of its most disorienting moments, its music doesn't always get the attention it deserves, so having this soundtrack offers another opportunity to enjoy it.
No comments:
Post a Comment