Composer

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Jóhann Jóhannsson

Compose Date

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2014

The Theory of Everything is a film score composed by Icelandic composer Jóhann Jóhannsson. The score was composed for the 2014 biographical drama film of the same name, which tells the story of the life of renowned physicist Stephen Hawking. The film was directed by James Marsh and starred Eddie Redmayne as Hawking and Felicity Jones as his wife, Jane. The score for The Theory of Everything was composed by Jóhann Jóhannsson and was released on November 17, 2014, by Back Lot Music. The score features a total of 25 tracks and has a runtime of approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes. The score is divided into several movements, each of which reflects a different aspect of the film's narrative. The first movement, titled "Cambridge, 1963," sets the tone for the film and introduces the main themes that will be explored throughout the score. The second movement, "Rowing," is a more upbeat and energetic piece that reflects the youthful energy of the film's protagonists. The third movement, "Domestic Pressures," is a more somber and introspective piece that reflects the challenges faced by the characters as they navigate the complexities of their personal lives. The fourth movement, "Chalkboard," is a more contemplative piece that reflects the intellectual pursuits of the film's characters. The fifth movement, "Cavendish Lab," is a more experimental piece that incorporates electronic elements and reflects the cutting-edge scientific research being conducted by the characters. The sixth movement, "Epilogue," is a more reflective and emotional piece that brings the score to a close and provides a sense of closure to the film's narrative. Overall, the score for The Theory of Everything is characterized by its use of classical instrumentation, including piano, strings, and woodwinds, as well as its incorporation of electronic elements. The score is notable for its ability to capture the emotional complexity of the film's narrative and for its ability to evoke a sense of wonder and awe in the listener.

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