Poor Things (soundtrack)

The Poor Things soundtrack is the original musical score composed by Jerskin Fendyk for the 2023 film Poor Things, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. It accompanies the surreal and fantastical narrative of Bella Baxter's (played by Emma Stone) journey of self-discovery.

The soundtrack is characterized by its unconventional instrumentation and avant-garde approach. Fendyk utilizes a wide array of instruments, including strings, brass, percussion, and electronic elements, often combining them in unexpected ways to create a soundscape that is both whimsical and unsettling. The music reflects the film's themes of exploration, transformation, and the rejection of societal norms.

Critics have noted the score's originality and its effectiveness in enhancing the film's unique atmosphere. It deviates from traditional Hollywood orchestral scores, opting instead for a more experimental and dissonant approach that mirrors the protagonist's unconventional perspective and the film's overall absurdist tone. The soundtrack often features abrupt shifts in tempo and dynamics, mirroring Bella's erratic and unpredictable behavior.

Released alongside the film, the Poor Things soundtrack stands as a distinctive work of film scoring, receiving critical acclaim for its innovative and evocative qualities.