The score for Rian Johnson's 2019 mystery film "Knives Out" captures the film's playful, yet suspenseful, tone with a distinctive, genre-bending sound. It earned a nomination for the International Film Music Critics Association Award for Best Original Score for a Comedy/Musical.
- The album was released on November 27, 2019, by Cut Narrative. It features 30 tracks, including the end-credits song "Death and the Holiday," co-written with the film's director, Rian Johnson. The score was recorded at P.A.T. Sound in Los Angeles.
- The soundtrack was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Score, but was ineligible because it was released too late in the year. The score was nominated for Best Original Score at the 77th Golden Globe Awards. It won Best Original Score at the 2020 Hollywood Critics Association Awards.
- The score incorporates a variety of instruments to create its unique sound, including a string quartet, a full orchestra, and unconventional percussion. It was praised for its ability to enhance the film's suspense and humor.
Nathan Johnson is a Canadian composer and musician, primarily known for his film scores. He is a frequent collaborator with filmmaker Rian Johnson.
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