Yes, it contributes to the cacophony that drowns out some of Interstellar's dialogue, but that doesn't mean what composer Hans Zimmer wanted us to hear isn't worth listening to. His Interstellar score, in fact, is one of his best, not least because it's so surprisingly uncomplicated, melodious and tranquil. Zimmer gave the world the over-egged wailing of Gladiator and the booming orchestral arrangements of Inception, so it's a pleasant surprise to hear him reduced to the organ and some minor percussion, strings and synth for Interstellar. The result is music that's almost religious. While most critics have focused on the way Zimmer's score is occasionally used overbearingly in Interstellar, it must also be said how effective the soundtrack is the majority of the time. It gives key moments boosts of inspiration, heartache or sorrow, and unquestionably does some major emotional lifting in the film. Zimmer spent two years working on this score, inspired by Nolan's notes insisting on the composer drawing on his personal reflections on parenthood and loneliness. If Interstellar deserves an Oscar for anything this awards season, it's for having one of the best scores of 2014. Now the dust has settled, what are your thoughts on Interstellar? What other over-looked positives are there for Nolan's latest?
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