TownerFan 4,983 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 Administrator's note: This thread is for discussing the SCORE to Super 8. To discuss the movie itself, head here.Sountrack album coming from Varèse on June 28:http://www.varesesar.../Super-8/DetailOriginal Motion Picture SoundtrackFrom Writer/Director J.J. Abramsand Producer Steven SpielbergSUPER 8Music Composed byMichael Giacchino(Up, Star Trek, Cars 2)In the summer of 1979, a group of friends in a small Ohio town witness a catastrophic train crash while making a super 8 movie and soon suspect that it was not an accident. Shortly after, unusual disappearances and inexplicable events begin to take place in town, and the local Deputy tries to uncover the truth — something more terrifying than any of them could have imagined.Destined to be one of the biggest blockbusters of the summer, SUPER 8 is written and directed by J.J. Abrams (Lost, Star Trek, Mission Impossible III) and produced by Steven Spielberg.Composer Michael Giacchino — an Academy Award winner for his score for Up — reunites with director J.J. Abrams for an extraordinary adventure that musically returns to the wonders of childhood in what may be Giacchino's best score yet.Paramount Pictures will open Super 8 nationwide on June 10.Varese Sarabande Catalog # 302 067 101 2Release Date: 06/28/11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 Might be his best score yet? Color me excited! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 8,017 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 Doesn't Varese say that about their every single release? Karol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 Yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demondm810 399 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 Might be his best score yet? Color me excited!I'm holding out for John Carter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 So will this be Gia doing a quasi John Williams score from the late 70's, early 80's? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Skywalker 1,795 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 I hope, even if it means that he has to leave his personal style appart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 His personal what? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brónach 1,302 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 He probably won't leave his style apart, the same way I can't believe Abrams is mimicking Spielberg's direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 Sure looks like it. The trailer mimics the lens flares that CE3K had, and the male lead seems to be in the mold of the Spielbergian everyman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brónach 1,302 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 The trailer seems like a mix of both, to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neimoidian 14 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 Spielbergian everyman.Ironic, that in WotW Spielberg hired Tom Cruise to play one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 Yeah, that was odd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Rebo 0 Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 Somebody just posted a comment on my YouTube channel and said the score sounds very similar to Lost. That's not a bad thing but not what I had in mind for this film. Not like this random person has anytype of credibility or anything, but some people have been recently invited to early screen-tests this past weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muad'Dib 1,802 Posted May 29, 2011 Share Posted May 29, 2011 There is a Super 8 sample on the site, and it sounds very nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Rebo 0 Posted May 29, 2011 Share Posted May 29, 2011 The score is on the official sitehttp://super8.mtiny.mobi/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brónach 1,302 Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 I can't hear it.Edit: It's here. http://www.super8-movie.com/#It sounds like a happy Lost.Edit: After listening to it a few times I'm starting to really, really dig it.Edit: the flourishes of the melody remind me of E.T. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henry B 50 Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 Nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashinyobject 0 Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 That Super 8 Theme is wonderful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 8,017 Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 It's all right. I want to hear more.Karol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TownerFan 4,983 Posted May 30, 2011 Author Share Posted May 30, 2011 Nice, but still too short to make a judgement. I hope the main melody has a more developed treatment throughout the score. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Skywalker 1,795 Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 can it be considered goldsmith-williams 80's homage? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
publicist 4,643 Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 can it be considered goldsmith-williams 80's homage?More of a Williams/Horner homage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brónach 1,302 Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 I got that vibe too.This time I'd prefer to see the film without hearing the score first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 8,017 Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 I get a better vibe from this clip than from the first clip of his Star Trek.Karol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Coscina 3 Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 It's all right. I want to hear more.KarolI concur. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ollie 1,059 Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 I'm really looking forward to this score.The clips sound very good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
publicist 4,643 Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 I'm really looking forward to this score.The clips sound very good.Good 'yearning' theme by MG, only Horner and Newton Howard still make 'em like this (occasionally). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbellamy 6,287 Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 Sounds pretty good, so far! Makes me excited to hear the rest of his score, for sure, which is a nice thing to say these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laserschwert 475 Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 Very nice... it definitely has some Williams vibe to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,369 Posted June 6, 2011 Share Posted June 6, 2011 What are the chances the score CD will be on iTunes before its CD release date? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt C 454 Posted June 6, 2011 Share Posted June 6, 2011 The clips on the site sound lovely. Love the Williams/Horner vibe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Mark 3,631 Posted June 7, 2011 Share Posted June 7, 2011 I get a better vibe from this clip than from the first clip of his Star Trek.Karolyes, this time I instantly like it.but it's a bit copied on the E.T. theme. Not that it's a bad thing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Mark 3,631 Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 8 hours later...can't get that theme out of my head. It's very catchy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Datameister 2,044 Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 I haven't listened to the samples and probably won't until I've seen the film, but I'm pleased by the positive comments. For the (relatively few) new films I've seen in the last few years, I haven't been very moved by the music...unless Giacchino was involved. I'm hoping Super 8 will continue that pattern, and the fact that the film seems rather Spielbergian can't hurt. I'm looking forward to seeing and hearing this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Mark 3,631 Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 what? you haven't caved in and listened to that clip on the film website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Datameister 2,044 Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 Nope, I like to be surprised by these things. If there's an upcoming score that I have reason to be interested in, I usually don't make any attempt to listen to the music till I've seen the film. I enjoy that experience of the music being totally fresh (or not) when I see the film for the first time. Then, if I'm interested, I'll have all the time in the world to buy the OST, memorize every track, create my own complete edit, learn to play it on piano, etc. But I like to have that first viewing experience in which the sound and picture are both new and surprising to me. It's not like I'll go crazy or anything if I do hear some samples, but I usually try to avoid it for new films if I have some intention of seeing the film and some expectation that the score will be good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brónach 1,302 Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 I listened to the clip at the website but that's it until I see the film next August, for the same reasons. It's the way I got into film music in the first place now that I think about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,369 Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 NEXT August??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLUMENKOHL 1,068 Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 In case ya wanna loop it for yourself. http://www.super8-mo...audio/loop0.mp3http://www.super8-movie.com/assets/audio/loop0.mp3There's also http://www.super8-movie.com/assets/audio/loop1.mp3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ST-321 4 Posted June 11, 2011 Share Posted June 11, 2011 The movie is out now, yes? Any reviews of the score? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt C 454 Posted June 11, 2011 Share Posted June 11, 2011 The score is very good. It's a relief to hear a fully orchestral score with themes, harmony and all that good stuff that used to be on every film.The final sequence and the post train-derailment scene in particular, are beautifully scored. You can definitely hear "E.T." influences in the former, but it's not veering into temp-track territory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quintus 5,399 Posted June 11, 2011 Share Posted June 11, 2011 I've just had a listen to the main theme and it's not doing it for me. Maybe the film will change that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karelm 2,914 Posted June 11, 2011 Share Posted June 11, 2011 I saw the movie last night and enjoyed it though as good as it was, it really shows how great Spielberg and Williams were in their golden age. It is VERY nice to hear some traditional thematic material and a strong score, but it lacks the polish and sophistication of Williams. That is what really sets JW apart - not just that the themes are good, but that the treatment and development of those themes are so solidly executed. In a Williams score, the material seems simple but builds and builds as the drama unfolds until you get this tremendously complete and transformed restatement at the end such as with E.T., Close Encounters, etc. In Super 8, you get a good theme built on short phrases with a memorable hook. The theme then gets repeated maybe with a bigger orchestration. Standard stuff and light years ahead of what is out there these days, but lacking in the sophistication of JW which is certainly what I was hoping for. JW might create an 8 bar melody with solid hooks. But the hooks might be what you hear at the start and the melody gets developed and explored as it progresses. Motifs are shifted from background to foreground as accompaniment to the theme in a bigger guise. Secondly the harmony would be very skillfully used based on the nuance of the scene while fulfilling the dramatic story arch. Next, the bridge would link back to either a contrasting section or a new theme further exploring the original theme. Basically, I really long for someone with that much talent, skill, craftsmanship, and instinct and we don't quite get that in "Super 8". My expectations are too high.Still, Giacchino has created an effective piece of work and I'll buy the soundtrack. The film is enjoyable and certainly has a retro feel to it. The kids are really good too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hlao-roo 389 Posted June 11, 2011 Share Posted June 11, 2011 I'm probably the first to say it, but this Giacchino guy might be the next John Williams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joni Wiljami 1,206 Posted June 11, 2011 Share Posted June 11, 2011 He sure might be.What a lovely, charming theme. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeinAR 1,949 Posted June 11, 2011 Share Posted June 11, 2011 you could hear star trek in it quite often. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted June 11, 2011 Share Posted June 11, 2011 That's not really a good thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeinAR 1,949 Posted June 11, 2011 Share Posted June 11, 2011 That's not really a good thing.at one point in the movie, towards the end I believe Dave turned to me and said the music sounds like Star Trek and I realized he was correct. Overall I did like the music. Or perhaps I should say I didn't dislike it. I've no plans to buy the soore but I'd buy an album of the songs from the film. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indy4 155 Posted June 12, 2011 Share Posted June 12, 2011 I thought the score was good. I heard a few E.T. influences, the most obvious being the militaristic themes for the military that, like E.T., started with a repeating single note (that's not the only similarity, but the most obvious one). The last cue was great. I wish Giacchino had used the main theme more. By the time we got to the finale, I felt like I had only heard it once or twice, and I think it could've been more effective. Still, it was good enough to give me goosebumps, so I'll definitely buy the soundtrack in some form (either a few tracks from iTunes or the entire thing). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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