Contagion (soundtrack)

The Contagion soundtrack refers to the musical score composed by Cliff Martinez for the 2011 film Contagion, directed by Steven Soderbergh. Martinez's score is characterized by its minimalist, electronic sound, employing synthesizers, percussion, and drones to create a tense, unsettling, and emotionally detached atmosphere. The soundtrack is considered a key element in establishing the film's stark and realistic depiction of a global pandemic. It avoids traditional orchestral arrangements, favoring a more abstract and clinical soundscape that reflects the scientific and epidemiological focus of the narrative. The score received critical acclaim for its effectiveness in heightening the film's sense of dread and urgency. It was released digitally and on CD by WaterTower Music.