Oh what a year to be an Alan Silvestri fan! We’ve had two massive, orchestral scores back to back; one of which was for a Steven Spielberg movie. Yes! Spielberg, you read that correctly. And if nothing else, there is still the fantasy-drama The Women of Marven for frequent collaborator Robert Zemeckis to come. For now, let’s focus on Ready Player One and The Avengers: Infinity War. Both are quintessential, big, bold and brash Silvestri scores. Yet, it’s got to be said that one is a lot more enjoyable than the other.
Guy Farley is one of those hard-working guys (pardon the pun) whose name you hardly ever see in mainstream movies or television. Caldera records have a rich history of releasing Farley’s music that has, quite likely, slipped under anyone’s radar. And the thing is… it’s really great stuff. I’ve reviewed his Mary of Nazareth in the past, and I want to share a few thoughts on That Good Night as well as the Film Music Collection; both available from Caldera.
I have to say, I have no intention of seeing A Wrinkle in Time. The story sounds a bit far-fetched and the trailer looks… let’s say unconvincing. The score is by Ramin ‘Game of Thrones‘ Djawadi, a composer of whom I’m not a big fan. We’re off to a great start, aren’t we? Having said that, I enjoyed his The Great Wall a great deal more than I thought I would; and WiT sounds promising, though still has a few issues.
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