Composer

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Michael Giacchino

Genre

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Film

Style

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Film Score

Compose Date

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2009

Average_duration

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44:26

Star Trek is a science fiction franchise that has been popular since its inception in the 1960s. The franchise has spawned numerous television series, movies, books, and other media. The most recent installment in the franchise is the 2009 film, Star Trek, directed by J.J. Abrams and featuring a score by Michael Giacchino. The Star Trek soundtrack was composed by Michael Giacchino and was released on May 5, 2009, by Varèse Sarabande. The soundtrack features 12 tracks and has a runtime of 44 minutes and 22 seconds. The soundtrack was well-received by critics and fans alike, with many praising Giacchino's ability to capture the spirit of the original Star Trek series while also bringing a fresh perspective to the franchise. The premiere of Star Trek was on April 30, 2009, in Sydney, Australia, and the film was released in the United States on May 8, 2009. The film was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $385 million worldwide. The Star Trek soundtrack is divided into 12 movements, each of which corresponds to a specific scene or sequence in the film. The first track, "Star Trek," is the main theme of the film and is used throughout the movie to signify the heroic nature of the crew of the USS Enterprise. The second track, "Nailin' the Kelvin," is a fast-paced action piece that accompanies the opening sequence of the film. Other notable tracks on the soundtrack include "Labor of Love," which is a slower, more emotional piece that accompanies a scene between Spock and his father, and "Enterprising Young Men," which is a rousing, triumphant piece that accompanies the crew of the Enterprise as they embark on their mission. Overall, the Star Trek soundtrack is a fitting tribute to the franchise and a testament to Michael Giacchino's talent as a composer. The soundtrack captures the spirit of the original series while also bringing a fresh perspective to the franchise, and it is a must-listen for any fan of the Star Trek universe.

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