
26 November 1984 · 42 YEARS
The Killing Fields (Original Film Soundtrack)
Mike Oldfield
The composer employed a mixture of traditional tools and unusual textures to map out the heavy emotional toll depicted in the movie. This work serves as an example of using ambient arrangements to construct feelings of sorrow and mounting anxiety.
These pieces represent a clear break from the synth-oriented radio success the musician enjoyed previously. By focusing on evocative melodies, the music sustains a sense of gravity that stays with the listener long after the final note fades.