2. Fargo - Carter Burwell
GramercyTo say that Fargo is one of the great crime dramas of the 20th century is an understatement, as it was such a remarkable achievement in every area of film you can think of. One part of what made Fargo so unforgettable was the theme composed by Carter Burwell, with its delightful innocence that is only surface deep, as it holds a much darker shade that is waiting to be revealed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4NCC0dUXks Burwell's theme is just as harrowing in its harsh crescendos, while also being oddly comforting. It has a distinct Norwegian vibe to it, with its folksy rhythms that speak to the small town mystery at hand in the film. It plays with big themes, as Burwell goes into overdrive with the melody, yet it also feels sublimely personal and intimate. The tune itself is based on a Norwegian folk song known as "The Lost Sheep", which is just as haunting as Burwell's work and gives the theme an extra nudge of purity.